Deeds in the Desert

DEEDS IN THE DESERT is all things Real Estate Investing. Whether you are a savvy investor or just starting out, we will have something for everyone. Learn how to create a passive income stream that works for you, so you have the time to do the things you love. Ignite Funding, LLC | NVMBL #311 | AZ CMB-0932150 | Money invested through a mortgage broker is not guaranteed to earn any interest and is not insured. Prior to investing, investors must be provided applicable disclosure documents.

Deeds in the Desert is a business podcast hosted by Ignite Funding, with 93 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Ignite Funding hosts Deeds in the Desert, a business show with 93 episodes published.

Our AI reads these to draft pitches. Use them as grounding for a pitch that cites a real guest and a specific topic.

• 

  Deeds in the Desert

  What Borrowers Look for in a Private Lending Partner

  Jan 15, 202626 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Deeds in the Desert, Ignite Funding’s underwriting team breaks down what truly matters to borrowers seeking private capital: certainty to close, speed, responsiveness, transparency, and real value beyond just money. We also dive deep into how private lenders evaluate deals, why some borrowers get funded repeatedly, and why others never make it past the first call.</p> <p>You’ll learn:</p> Why certainty to close is often more important than rate How responsiveness and communication can make or break a deal What underwriters really look for in new vs. repeat borrowers Why Ignite Fund...

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Deeds in the Desert

  Mother & Son Talk Trust Deed Investing: A Family Conversation with Ignite Funding

  Jan 1, 202644 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Deeds in the Desert, Carrie Cook, President of Ignite Funding, sits down with her son Hunter for a rare and insightful conversation about trust deed investing, real estate lending, risk management, investor confidence, and the disciplined approach that has guided Ignite Funding for nearly two decades.</p> <p>Hunter brings a fresh generational perspective, while Carrie shares real-world experience from 20 years in the lending industry — highlighting how Ignite Funding supports both borrowers and investors through transparent underwriting, strong asset-backed security, and responsible lending strategies.</p> <p>If you’re curious about how trust deed investing work...

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Deeds in the Desert

  Texas Real Estate Investing Explained: Build-to-Rent Cash Flow & Tax Advantages

  Dec 18, 202523 minS0

  <p>Texas continues to dominate as one of the strongest real estate markets in the U.S.—and in this episode of Deeds in the Desert, we break down why.</p> <p>Host Pat Vassar sits down with Addison Thom, Owner-Operator of SDIRA Wealth, to unpack how build-to-rent projects across Texas are delivering consistent cash flow, strong rent growth, and powerful tax advantages for real estate investors.</p> <p>From population migration and job growth to scalable construction timelines and accelerated depreciation strategies, this conversation provides a behind-the-scenes look at how institutional-level real estate gets built—and financed.</p> <p>If yo...

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Deeds in the Desert

  Why RIAs Choose Ignite Funding: Income, Stability & Real Diversification: Featuring Lance Howard

  Dec 4, 20251h 2mS0

  <p>In this episode of Deeds In The Desert, Carrie Cook (President of Ignite Funding) sits down with Registered Investment Advisor Lance Howard and he shares how he blends Trust Deed investing, indexed annuities, and long-term income planning to help retirees navigate market volatility and create predictable retirement income. This conversation covers retirement risk management, 401(k) rollover planning, collateralized real estate loans, and how First Trust Deeds can support a balanced income strategy.</p> <p>Lance explains why he personally invests in Ignite Funding loans before introducing them to clients, how collateral reduces downside exposure compared to traditional market investments...

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Deeds in the Desert

  Ignite Funding’s Legal Mind Safeguarding Your Investment Portfolio

  Nov 20, 202546 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Deeds in the Desert, we introduce you to John, Ignite Funding’s new Chief Legal Officer, and pull back the curtain on how having in-house counsel elevates investor protection, accelerates default resolutions, and improves communication throughout the entire lifecycle of your trust deed investments.</p> <p>John shares what he’s already changed inside Ignite Funding—from negotiating down legal bills by over $10,000 to strengthening our foreclosure strategy, tightening loan documentation, improving state-by-state compliance, and speeding up default turnaround times so investor capital is protected and returned as efficiently as possible.</p> <p>If you’ve ever...

  ListenShow Notes

Recent guests on Deeds in the Desert. Study who booked and why before you pitch.

Based on semantic analysis of episode topics and host coverage, this show is a strong guest fit for executives in:

Industry fit is computed by PitchCentric using vector embeddings of the show's episode catalog.