Ep. 036: Building Trust, Not Just Capital: Andrew Davis’s Journey to Equity Check
Andrew Davis’s path to real estate investing is a story of curiosity, strategy, and long-term vision. Growing up with an entrepreneurial family and a stockbroker uncle, Davis was fascinated by investing from an early age — even buying his first Microsoft shares while still in elementary school.
After a short stint in corporate America, a book by Robert Kiyosaki sparked his interest in real estate. He started by flipping houses but quickly realized his strengths didn’t lie in managing single-family properties — they were in building relationships and raising capital.
That realization led him to a small commercial real estate private equity firm, where he helped transform their capital-raising operations. In just his first year, Davis raised nearly $200 million, and by the second, that figure climbed to $300 million. Collaborating with firms like DLP Capital, he gained a deep understanding of how to align investors with high-performing opportunities.
The secret behind his success? A long-term mindset. Davis emphasizes that raising capital isn’t about quick wins — it’s about consistency, transparency, and delivering lasting value. He often points to Ventera Living, a top multifamily operator known for their disciplined approach — waiting years for the right deal rather than compromising their investment standards.
In July, Davis launched Equity Check, his own venture that integrates the lessons, relationships, and insights he’s developed throughout his career.
For aspiring investors and capital raisers, his advice is clear:
Build trust first. Relationships are the foundation of every successful raise.
Stay data-driven. Let performance and transparency do the talking.
Think long-term. Every deal is a step toward building a sustainable, investor-focused business.
Andrew Davis’s journey proves that success in real estate isn’t about timing the market — it’s about mastering the art of connection, strategy, and patience.
