Has anyone invested any funds with Valoris Capital? 

That entity, “THEMED STR CAPITAL FUND LLC,” ( Link ), lists Marco Santarelli, and Josh Luttrell, who is the “Managing Partner” for of Themed STR Capital Fund ( Link ).Marco Santarelli is the “Fund Manager” of Themed STR Capital Fund LLC.

I'm looking to get into capital raising for my deals and I'd like to set some reasonable expectations. 

Hi, I'm Spencer Brannen, a Capital Connector dedicated to bridging the gap between visionary entrepreneurs and strategic capital.

I’m looking for some ideas on how i could go about saving some on the capital gains tax.  

How long has Norada Capital been offering notes?

It might make sense but talk to a good tax professional.If you have lived in the "Family Home" for 2 out of the last 5 years there is a capital gain exclusion $250 or $500k depending on filing status. 

I’ve been learning more about how private capital fills funding gaps.

If the CPA decides to deduct fees that you capitalized on the books - also not your problem.

Unfortunately, a lot of capital raisers also just hitch their wagon to the operator or two that pays the capital raiser the most, and the capital raiser just becomes a "commission based sales rep".Chris provides a lot of good questions to ask them to better understand what their roles are, how they are vetting and overseeing projects, etc.