In this episode of Midwest Wealth Manager, host Melvin Johnson delves into the intricacies of structuring investment deals for investors. He reflects on his own journey of initially justifying keeping a large portion of the deals for himself before realizing the importance of service and giving back to investors. Drawing on his faith and financial expertise, Johnson emphasizes the principle of offering fair returns to investors and the long-term benefits of doing so. He shares insights on how to structure deals to attract and retain investors, ultimately cultivating word-of-mouth business. Join us as we explore the wisdom of fair deal structuring and the impact it can have on long-term success in the investment world.

Primary Topic: Setting Fair Percentage for Investors
- Initial inclinations to keep a high percentage for oneself as the deal originator
- Observations from experienced fund managers and asset managers
- The principle of service and the importance of giving
- Understanding spread yields and the implications for charging investors
Primary Topic: Structuring Deals for Investors
- Considering the perspective of investors and the association of high return with high-risk
- Approaching investors with a comfortable and appealing front-end offer
- Overperforming and sharing the profits with investors on the back end
- Building trust and generating testimonials and referrals from satisfied investors
Primary Topic: Long-Term Benefits of Fair Investor Deals
- Gaining word-of-mouth business and its long-term impact
- The significance of reducing marketing overhead and simplifying client acquisition
Each of these topics and subtopics could be expanded upon and discussed further in the podcast to provide valuable insights for the audience.