Next Level 261: Why Sophisticated Investors are Turning to Private Credit with Ellis Hammond

In this episode of the Next Level Income Show, host Chris Larsen sits down with Ellis Hammond, Vice President at Aspen Funds, to explore one of today’s hottest investment strategies—private credit. Learn how private credit works, where it fits in the capital stack, and why it offers compelling returns with reduced risk in today’s economic climate. With over $600 million under management, Aspen Funds leverages macroeconomic trends to guide their strategy across real estate, energy, and alternative investments. Ellis shares real-world deal structures, insights into the evolving bank lending environment, and how non-bank lending is filling the financing gap. If you're an accredited investor, interested in diversifying your portfolio, or simply curious about how to earn bank-like risk with equity-like returns, this episode is a must-watch. 🔗 Learn More: NextLevelIncome.com 📩 Email Chris: chris@nextlevelincome.com 🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Guest Overview 4:48 - What Is Private Credit? 6:30 - Understanding the Capital Stack 12:00 - Real Estate Deal Examples 18:12 - Why Banks Aren’t Lending 21:05 - Private Credit’s Big Opportunity 25:06 - Aspen Funds & Partnership 🎙️ Subscribe for more interviews on financial freedom, smart investing, and wealth-building strategies. Contact the Guest: 👉 Website: https://www.aspenfunds.us 👉Email: ellis@aspenfunds.us 📚 Get a FREE copy of my book at NextLevelIncome.com 🎧 Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share this episode with anyone looking to take their income and investments to the next level! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Check out our website: www.nextlevelincome.com. Follow us on social media @thenextlevelincomeshow Get a free copy of our book and learn more about our course at: nextleveincome.comCheck out our website: www.nextlevelincome.com.   Follow us on social media @thenextlevelincomeshow   Get a free copy of our book and learn more about our course at: nextleveincome.com