Jonathan Cronin and Larry Kite – The Real Estate Accelerator Duo
- Brainz Magazine
- Jan 8
- 3 min read
When most people think about real estate investing, they think slow gains, complicated processes, and years of trial and error. Jonathan Cronin and Larry Kite thought differently. In 2022, from a small base in Columbus, Georgia, they launched REI Accelerator, an online business aimed at helping other investors scale quickly, especially through multifamily and apartment deals. Their model wasn’t built around slow learning. It was built for momentum.
“We didn’t just want to build our own portfolio,” says Jonathan. “We wanted to help 10,000 others build theirs, too. That’s the mission. That’s the movement.”
What is REI Accelerator?
REI Accelerator is part coaching, part training, and part execution machine. It combines 1-on-1 real estate coaching with high-level services that help clients take action quickly. That includes done-for-you sourcing of off-market apartments, VA recruitment and management, and capital raising systems that bring in consistent leads.
They focus on helping investors avoid the most common trap, doing everything alone.
“You can read books and watch videos,” says Larry. “But until you have a system and someone holding you accountable, it’s just knowledge. We’re here to make sure you act.”
Early days: A fast start from ads to action
REI Accelerator started running online ads at the end of 2022. Interest took off by early 2023. Jonathan and Larry were flooded with inquiries from new and experienced investors looking for a faster path to scale.
What set REI Accelerator apart was how personal it felt. Despite being online, the company built its name on availability, direct coaching, and closed deals, not just theory.
“People told us, ‘You’re the first program that actually answered when I needed help,’” Jonathan recalls. “That’s not a feature. That’s the standard.”
Built on execution, not just education
The program isn’t just a course or a mastermind, though it’s often called one. It’s more like a launchpad. They provide what most coaches don’t:
Lead sourcing through trained virtual assistants
Capital raising support
Off-market apartment opportunities
1-on-1 coaching
Accountability systems that keep deals moving
And it works. Clients report getting into deals faster than expected, often in markets they never thought they’d break into.
“The biggest shift for me was believing I didn’t have to wait 10 years to own multifamily,” said one client in a testimonial. “These guys made it real, and fast.”
Why faith is core to the company
REI Accelerator isn’t just about building portfolios. It’s about building legacy, both financial and spiritual.
Jonathan and Larry are open about running a faith-based company, which gives the business a deeper sense of purpose. They talk about impact just as much as income.
“For us, it’s not just about cash flow,” says Larry. “It’s about generational impact. We want to help families shift the direction of their future, in wealth, mindset, and faith.”
That mission shows up in how they talk to clients, how they coach, and the standards they hold. They aren’t just building investors. They’re building leaders.
The vision: A $100M mission built on service
From the start, REI Accelerator was never meant to be small. Jonathan is upfront about that.
“We’re aiming for $100 million in revenue,” he says. “But only if that means 10,000 people also built something they can pass down.”
That’s why they’ve focused on scaling without losing personal connection. They’ve kept the coaching personal, the services done-for-you, and the systems repeatable.
The company wants to be known as the most effective mastermind in real estate investing, not the biggest, not the flashiest, but the one that helps people get deals done.
What makes REI Accelerator different?
1-on-1 coaching: Not group-only. Every investor gets real guidance.
Done-for-you services: From lead sourcing to capital, the team helps with execution.
Faith-based impact: Profit matters, but legacy matters more.
Real deal support: Clients report getting into deals faster and with more confidence.
Focused on scale: Everything is built to help clients go from one property to many.
What’s next?
The company continues to grow, attracting serious investors who are ready to take action, not just absorb information.
They’re also expanding their VA services, adding more options for lead generation, and refining their capital raising tools to help clients attract investors without wasting time on cold outreach.
But even as it grows, REI Accelerator keeps the same core focus, “Help one investor get one deal. Then help them scale from there. That’s it,” Jonathan says. “Everything else builds off that one win.”
Want to learn more?
Check out REI Accelerator to explore how they help real estate investors scale faster, create long-term equity, and build generational impact.
