How do I raise money for my real estate project and avoid legal landmines?

That question comes up on most commercial deals… and it’s exactly what we’re tackling at our next Hays County Commercial Meetup.

This month’s guest speaker is Matt Duchamp, Partner at Rigby Slack's Law Firm, a seasoned commercial real estate and transactional attorney who advises developers and investors nationwide on syndications, capital raises, acquisitions, leasing, and financing.

Matt also serves on the board of the Central Texas Commercial Association of Realtors (CTCAR), Central Texas’ only trade organization dedicated exclusively to commercial real estate professionals.

Matt will lead a high-level, practical discussion designed to anchor a guided Q&A on:

• How real estate syndications are commonly structured
• What actually matters legally when raising capital
• Common mistakes that create risk—or kill deals—early
• How to align developers, investors, and partners from day one

This is not a lecture and not legal theory. It’s a real-world conversation for people actively working on deals or planning their next one.

If you’re asking:

• Can I raise money for this project?
• How do I do it correctly?
• What should I avoid before talking to investors?

This is the room to be in. RSVP so we can plan accordingly. Arrive early, get a great seat and meet folks in the room before we even get started. We start at 8:30 sharp.