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  • EPISODE 513: If you’ve been wanting to passively invest in real estate but don’t know where to start, then this is the episode for you!

    In it, we sit down with Bethany LaFlam, a seasoned deal lawyer, mother, and visionary.

    With over twenty years of experience practicing law, Bethany has leveraged her expertise into her business life. In her role as Managing Partner of Premier Law Group, she focuses primarily on real estate syndications and funds, helping syndicators build their empires by safely leveraging OPE (Other People's EVERYTHING).

    In this episode, Bethany will be sharing with us all her tips to vet deals and sponsors when you’re thinking about investing in syndications.

    Are you ready?

    Let’s dive in.

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    How to vet a sponsor (01:04)

    The questions you need to ask before investing (04:45)

    Why you need to understand your syndicator’s track record (10:00)

    Risk mitigation (13:43)

    Horror stories from Bethany (19:58)

    Rental growth projections and why they matter (27:39)

    Additional Resources:

    ⚡ Join the InvestHER Movement

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    Apply for your STRIVE Membership here: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/membership

    Join our InvestHER Meetups: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/meetups

    Schedule a discovery call with us: https://mentorship.therealestateinvesther.com/

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  • EPISODE 512: You want to get into real estate investing but you’re not sure how to balance your career with that?

    Then this is the episode for you!

    In it, we break down all the tips you need to follow as a busy professional to thrive as a real estate investor on the side.

    And there’s no one better to discuss all of this than our guest on the podcast this week, the brilliant Tessa Muir.

    Tessa is a law partner, mom, step-mom, wife… and a real estate investor on the side.

    While balancing a hectic law career as a federal prosecutor, then as an in-house lawyer for a large tech company, and now as a law partner at a criminal defense firm, Tessa was able to build a thriving real estate portfolio on the side.

    What are the secrets to her success?

    She shares all of them with us in this week’s episode of The InvestHER Podcast, so don’t miss out on this episode and tune in now!

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    Why Tessa became an investor (00:58)

    How to assess your first deal (06:10)

    Managing real estate as a full-time professional (12:36)

    Community bank criteria (15:01)

    Tessa’s vision for the future (20:26)

    Managing properties as a busy professional (26:00)

    Additional Resources:

    Innago is a property management company tailored to landlords and property managers of all sizes, and have helped over 70,000 property owners connect with more than 270,000 tenants.

    Learn more: https://innago.com/investher/?utm_source=InvestHer&utm_medium=Referral

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    ✨ Connect with Tessa

    Follow Tessa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/investontheside/

    Join Tessa’s Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/264898946190176/

    Learn more about Tessa’s work: https://www.investontheside.com/

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    Apply for your STRIVE Membership here: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/membership

    Join our InvestHER Meetups: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/meetups

    Schedule a discovery call with us: https://mentorship.therealestateinvesther.com/

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  • EPISODE 511: Every good entrepreneur knows they need a mentor. A mentor is not just someone who will teach you what you need to know to become successful, they are also someone who helps you during our times of need, and that is priceless.

    But how do you find a good mentor? More specifically, a great mentor?

    This is exactly the question we aim to answer in this week’s episode of The InvestHER Podcast.

    Listen in as we discuss the three things you need to avoid doing if you want to find a good mentor.

    We’ll also be discussing the importance of adding value to your mentor – after all, mentor-mentee relationships are not one way –, why you need to understand your goals before looking for a mentor, why effective communication is crucial for establishing a productive mentor-mentee relationship, and more.

    Well then, what are you waiting for?

    Run, don’t walk, and tune in to the episode now!

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    Lack of clarity (01:19)

    Don’t be self-centered (07:24)

    Beware of having the wrong mindset! (15:09)

    Additional Resources:

    ⚡ Join the InvestHER Movement

    Join our FREE Facebook group for women in real estate: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/facebook-community-group

    Join the InvestHER Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/therealestateinvesther/

    Apply for your STRIVE Membership here: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/membership

    Join our InvestHER Meetups: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/meetups

    Schedule a discovery call with us: https://mentorship.therealestateinvesther.com/

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    The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!

  • EPISODE 510: Did you know? The military and the real estate industry have more in common than you might think.

    Yes, this is not a sentence we ever thought we would say, and yet, here we are.

    To succeed in a military career, you need hard work, dedication, perseverance, and discipline; these are also the traits you need as a real estate investor if you want to truly grow your business, and no one knows this better than this week’s guest on the podcast, the brilliant Maura McGraw.

    Maura is a marine veteran who has been leveraging her military skills to become a super successful real estate investor, and she tells us all about it in this week’s episode of The InvestHER Podcast.

    Listen in as she discusses why a military mindset is critical in real estate investing, how accountability and leadership can help you succeed, how she’s been scaling her real estate portfolio, and more.

    Are you ready for a fascinating conversation?

    Then tune in now!

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    From a marine to real estate investor (00:47)

    Leadership skills for real estate investors (03:37)

    Why you need discipline (11:28)

    Know your options! (18:32)

    How to manage a large portfolio (23:55)

    Additional Resources:

    ⚡ Join the InvestHER Movement

    Join our FREE Facebook group for women in real estate: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/facebook-community-group

    Join the InvestHER Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/therealestateinvesther/

    Apply for your STRIVE Membership here: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/membership

    Join our InvestHER Meetups: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/meetups

    Schedule a discovery call with us: https://mentorship.therealestateinvesther.com/

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    The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!

  • EPISODE 509: Going through a divorce or any traumatic experience has to be one of life's most challenging situations, especially when it includes your business.

    And so, if you ever had to go through something like this, you know it takes a lot of effort and hard work to get back up.

    No one knows this more than our guest on The InvestHER Podcast this week, the amazing Jenny Yi.

    Jenny owns Jenny Yi Designs, a hospitality design firm transforming Airbnbs and hotels all over the world.

    Jenny’s business grew from a difficult divorce, and in this episode, she shares with us her experiences of going through a divorce while managing her business.

    She’ll also be discussing how focusing on small, daily goals helped her rebuild her life, why setting boundaries is a crucial step in the healing process, how post-divorce life can lead to beautiful opportunities, and more.

    It is possible to thrive after trauma, and Jenny is the example of that.

    Ready to learn more about this incredible woman?

    Tune in now!

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    Advice for women divorcing (00:42)

    Untangling your business from a divorce (06:12)

    Don’t delay important decisions (13:23)

    The price of delay isn’t worth it (19:28)

    One book you need to read (27:33)

    Additional Resources:

    You’re ready to open a business bank account for your new property. You know what that means: Coordinating a time between you, your co-founders, and your bank consultant. Waiting at the branch, or waiting for hours on the support line. Who has time for that?

    With Relay, you can open a business bank account for your property 100% online from anywhere.

    Create up to 20 accounts to organize money by property or by categories, like expenses, taxes, or investments. Effortlessly collaborate with role-specific access —that means giving your cleaner a debit card for cleaning supplies or your accountant read-only access to your transactions.

    Own multiple businesses? Relay lets you open UNLIMITED accounts and access them all from ONE centralized login.

    No monthly fees or minimums and it takes just 10 minutes to sign up!

    Head to https://lets.bankwithrelay.com/investher/ for stress-free banking.

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    ✨ Connect with Jenny

    Follow Jenny on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenny_jennyyidesigns/

    Follow Jenny on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenny.Leeann.yi

    Learn more about Jenny’s work: https://www.jennyyidesigns.com

    ⚡ Join the InvestHER Movement

    Join our FREE Facebook group for women in real estate: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/facebook-community-group

    Join the InvestHER Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/therealestateinvesther/

    Apply for your STRIVE Membership here: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/membership

    Join our InvestHER Meetups: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/meetups

    Schedule a discovery call with us: https://mentorship.therealestateinvesther.com/

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  • EPISODE 508: Is your short term rental just another drop in the ocean, struggling to attract guests?

    The key to standing out might be easier than you think!

    While the world of short-term rentals is in fact highly competitive, we’ve found a way for your property to not only survive this saturated market, but to also thrive.

    And to share the secret with us is this episode’s guest, Jennifer Zureikat. She’s the marketing director at Minoan, and she’s here to share insider tips on how you can raise your nightly rates and get more bookings through strategic design and furnishing.

    Listen in to learn how Minoan is using the concept of "native retail" to turn properties into shoppable spaces, offering guests the chance to buy the items they loved during their stay. You’ll also find out everything you need to know about Minoan and all the ways you can use it to stay competitive and boost your profits.

    Ready to transform your property into a high-demand destination?

    Tune in now.

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    How hosts can boost their nightly short-term rental rates (00:50)

    Do people underestimate the power of decorating & furnishing? (03:32)

    Not an interior designer? Here are the first steps to take (05:37)

    How Minoan makes furnishing easier (10:19)

    Minoan’s innovative showroom feature using native retail (14:36)

    Jen talks about her real estate background & what brought her to Minoan (25:49)

    Additional Resources:

    If you are an investor who is excited about your short term rental, but not so excited about furnishing and decorating it… check out Minoan. They partner up with over 150 brands and their selection allows you to furnish and restock with savings of up to 60% off.

    And there's more… you can also make your space shoppable! Minoan Showrooms allow your guests to shop the items they loved most from their stay, and offer a way for you to monetize your space beyond the booking.

    What are you waiting for? Ready to increase your profits? Go to https://minoan.com/investher and become a member today.

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    ✨ Learn more about Minoan:

    Follow Minoan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/minoanexperience/

    Follow Minoan on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/minoanexperience/

    Learn more about Minoan: https://www.minoan.com

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    ⚡ Join the InvestHER Movement

    Join our FREE Facebook group for women in real estate: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/facebook-community-group

    Join the InvestHER Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/therealestateinvesther/

    Apply for your STRIVE Membership here: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/membership

    Join our InvestHER Meetups: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/meetups

    Schedule a discovery call with us: https://mentorship.therealestateinvesther.com/

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    The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!

  • EPISODE 507: Time is our biggest asset and our most limited resource, and this means that in order for you to succeed in life and in business, you need to learn how to master it.

    So, if you’re finding yourself having difficulties managing your time or setting proper boundaries, make sure not to miss this episode!

    In it, we’ll be discussing the best strategies to manage your time as a woman entrepreneur, how to set healthy boundaries around time, why workaholism is not right for you, why future self-visualization is crucial, and more.

    Are you ready to take control of your time and your life?

    Tune in now.

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    Why you need to manage your expectations (01:53)

    “Nobody deserves your immediate yes” (06:54)

    The importance of having clarity (08:19)

    Moving away from workaholism (10:37)

    There is no growth without discomfort (18:26)

    Additional Resources:

    ⚡ Join the InvestHER Movement

    Join our FREE Facebook group for women in real estate: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/facebook-community-group

    Join the InvestHER Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/therealestateinvesther/

    Apply for your STRIVE Membership here: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/membership

    Join our InvestHER Meetups: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/meetups

    Schedule a discovery call with us: https://mentorship.therealestateinvesther.com/

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    The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!

  • EPISODE 506: Many real estate investors mistakenly think that owning more doors and more properties will bring in more profit.

    However, today, we’re here to challenge that idea!

    Because yes, you can maximize your profits without having to invest in more projects, and all you need to do to achieve that is listen to this week’s episode of The InvestHER Podcast.

    In it, we sit down with the brilliant Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh, a semi-retired pharmacist, luxury AirBNB real estate investor, educator, public speaker, podcast host, course creator, and coach.

    Today, she’ll be sharing with us her “SAFER” strategy, which will help you maximize your returns without having to invest in more properties. She’ll also be discussing the best midterm rental strategies, why you should maintain control over your investments, and why market selection is crucial in our industry.

    Are you ready to maximize your profits?

    Then tune in now!

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    Why owning less means more profitability (00:46)

    The “SAFER” strategy (05:33)

    How to choose the right market (13:37)

    How to be more proactive (18:58)

    Mixing midterm and short-term rentals (24:50)

    Additional Resources:

    Innago stands out as an exceptional property management company tailored to landlords and property managers of all sizes, and has helped over 70,000 property owners connect with more than 270,000 tenants.

    Innago is committed to streamlining property management and making the rental process simple, accessible, and affordable for landlords of any scale. They go above and beyond in delivering an outstanding leasing and rent collection experience for both renters and landlords.

    Their online rental applications and screening has revolutionized the tenant screening process, and to top it all off, their customer support team's commitment to their clients is excellent.

    Use this link to sign up, collect rent with Innago for two months, and get a FREE $25 gift card: https://innago.com/investher/?utm_source=InvestHer&utm_medium=Referral

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    ✨ Connect with Dr. Rachel

    Follow Dr. Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/short.term.gems/

    Follow Dr. Rachel on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shorttermgems/

    Learn more about Dr. Rachel’s work: https://www.shorttermgems.com/

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    ⚡ Join the InvestHER Movement

    Join our FREE Facebook group for women in real estate: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/facebook-community-group

    Join the InvestHER Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/therealestateinvesther/

    Apply for your STRIVE Membership here: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/membership

    Join our InvestHER Meetups: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/meetups

    Schedule a discovery call with us: https://mentorship.therealestateinvesther.com/

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    The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!

  • EPISODE 505: So many real estate investors now own properties all over the country, and so, it’s only normal that they manage them remotely, as they can’t be at several places at once.

    If you find yourself wondering how you can effectively self-manage all your real estate projects from afar, and you’re not sure where to start (or how others do it), then you definitely want to take a seat and give this episode a listen.

    In it, we sit down with Mary Ragano, a senior marketing program manager at Innago, a company that offers one of the best property management softwares on the market today.

    Mary is also a real estate investor with experience in managing projects from afar, as she co-owns properties in both Cincinnati and Chicago.

    In this episode, she’ll be discussing her own experience in property management and sharing insights on how to use a software to manage your real estate portfolio remotely, why having local support as a remote real estate investor is a must, the importance of preventative maintenance on your properties, and more.

    Are you ready for a fantastic discussion?

    We hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

    Tune in now.

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    The best tools to manage properties remotely (01:27)

    How to maintain a higher level of tenant satisfaction (07:39)

    Tech for easy maintenance (11:22)

    Let’s talk about preventative maintenance (17:30)

    What you need to know about Innago (19:39)

    Real estate investors’ biggest challenges (23:13)

    Additional Resources:

    ✨ Connect with Mary

    Learn more about Innago: https://innago.com/investher/?utm_source=InvestHer&utm_medium=Referral

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    ⚡ Join the InvestHER Movement

    Join our FREE Facebook group for women in real estate: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/facebook-community-group

    Join the InvestHER Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/therealestateinvesther/

    Apply for your STRIVE Membership here: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/membership

    Join our InvestHER Meetups: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/meetups

    Schedule a discovery call with us: https://mentorship.therealestateinvesther.com/

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    The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!

  • EPISODE 504: If you’re finding yourself struggling with deal flow right now, you’re not alone. The 2024 real estate market is a tough one, and knowing what strategies work best for you is what’s going to differentiate you from the competition.

    This is exactly what we discuss in this week’s episode of The InvestHER Podcast with our guest, the amazing Tasha DeRegis.

    Tasha is a real estate investor and expert in direct marketing. She specializes in off-market deals, and utilizes, wait for it… cold calling and SMS marketing to maintain and grow deal flow.

    These two strategies are more often than not disregarded by most real estate entrepreneurs. They take too long and don’t bring in great numbers; or so you would think.

    But today, Tasha is here to change your mind about these simple direct marketing techniques. Listen in as she breaks down why she loves cold calling and direct messaging, how using virtual assistants can make your job easier, the most effective SMS marketing strategies, and more.

    Are you ready for this?

    Tune in now!

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    Direct marketing for real estate (01:42)

    Closing a deal with cold calling (07:39)

    When to let go of a lead (13:20)

    Why you need a CRM software (16:16)

    Additional Resources:

    ✨ Connect with Tasha

    Follow Tasha on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therenovationqueen/

    ⚡ Join the InvestHER Movement

    Join our FREE Facebook group for women in real estate: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/facebook-community-group

    Join the InvestHER Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/therealestateinvesther/

    Apply for your STRIVE Membership here: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/membership

    Join our InvestHER Meetups: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/meetups

    Schedule a discovery call with us: https://mentorship.therealestateinvesther.com/

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    The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!

  • EPISODE 503: Many real estate investors are currently scaling their businesses and moving from managing one property to managing multiple ones at the same time.

    Understandably, this can be a pretty stressful change, and if you don’t know how to manage more than one project at once, then you might find yourself overwhelmed and facing the difficulties that come with that.

    And this is exactly why, in this week’s episode of The InvestHER Podcast, we’ll be sharing with you all our secrets to manage multiple real estate projects like a pro!

    Listen in to learn how to implement efficient systems and processes, why bulk decision-making is the secret to great time management, the importance of utilizing technology to make your work easier, and more.

    Are you ready to say goodbye to the chaos?

    Tune in now!

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    How to prioritize tasks (01:00)

    Why you need templates (03:45)

    Bulk decision-making (08:11)

    The importance of proactive communication (14:54)

    Additional Resources:

    ⚡ Join the InvestHER Movement

    Join our FREE Facebook group for women in real estate: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/facebook-community-group

    Join the InvestHER Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/therealestateinvesther/

    Apply for your STRIVE Membership here: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/membership

    Join our InvestHER Meetups: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/meetups

    Schedule a discovery call with us: https://mentorship.therealestateinvesther.com/

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    The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!

  • EPISODE 502: Today’s real estate market is boasting high interest rates, and so, many investors might think the BRRRR method is not as effective as it used to be.

    But we’re here to tell you that the BRRRR strategy is NOT DEAD.

    In fact, it’s more alive than ever, and it can help you grow your portfolio if you know how to use it in our current market.

    But don’t take it from us, instead, take it from this week’s guest on the podcast, the brilliant Jessie Lang.

    Jessie is a real estate investor who owns & self-manages 70+ long-term rentals in Columbus, OH. She is also a content creator who teaches aspiring real estate investors to buy and self-manage their long-term rental portfolios to gain financial freedom.

    In this episode, Jessie will be discussing how she grew her portfolio from 11 to 70 properties using the BRRRR strategy.

    She’ll also be sharing with us ideas on how to mitigate risks in today’s market, why it’s important to invest in areas with a good community, her biggest investing mistakes, and more.

    Are you ready?

    Let’s dive in.

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    From 11 to 70 properties (00:51)

    Quick case study (01:50)

    How to get a higher rent income (09:30)

    Jessie’s biggest mistakes (16:09)

    Jessie’s future endeavors (21:10)

    Great community makes for great investments (26:14)

    Additional Resources:

    ✨ Connect with Jessie

    Follow Jessie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessielang916/

    Follow Jessie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jessie.lang1

    Join Jessie’s Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/unlockedguide/

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    Join the InvestHER Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/therealestateinvesther/

    Apply for your STRIVE Membership here: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/membership

    Join our InvestHER Meetups: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/meetups

    Schedule a discovery call with us: https://mentorship.therealestateinvesther.com/

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  • EPISODE 501: If you’ve ever experienced burnout, then you know how difficult it is to get out of it. And this is especially true for women business owners who tend to take on more responsibilities than their male counterparts.

    So yes, burnout is a reality that comes with owning a business, but what if you could prevent it altogether?

    This is the question we answer in this week’s episode of The InvestHER Podcast, and to do so, we’ve invited an expert on the podcast, the brilliant Polly Mertens.

    Polly is a seasoned life coach and business consultant who specializes in helping her clients break free from limiting belief patterns to create both the business and the life they desire.

    And today, Polly will be sharing with us all her secrets to prevent burnout and boost your efficiency. She’ll also be discussing the burnout indicators you need to look out for, why you should get rid of mental and physical clutter, the importance of delegating tasks as a business owner, and more.

    Are you ready to take control of your life and say goodbye to burnout?

    Then tune in now!

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    How to evaluate burnout (00:59)

    How to get out of burnout (02:45)

    How to schedule to avoid burnout (05:45)

    Emotional audit and time-blocking (10:16)

    Get rid of the clutter in your life (17:02)

    Know your strengths and hire your weaknesses (25:30)

    Additional Resources:

    ✨ Connect with Polly

    Request your complimentary phone consultation with Polly: https://pollymertens.com/investher/

    Follow Polly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getbusythriving/

    Follow Auxilee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auxilee.us/

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  • EPISODE 500: We’ve made it to episode 500, and to celebrate, we’ve invited the woman who was our very first guest on the podcast, the amazing Mindy Jensen.

    Mindy is the host of the BiggerPockets Money podcast, an experienced real estate investor, and a personal finance expert.

    Together, we’ll be discussing something super important: How to define success as a real estate investor beyond numbers and money. And this means we’ll be talking about the importance of prioritizing personal well-being and family over professional achievements, why you should say “no” more often, and how to maintain great work-life balance.

    We’ll also be diving into the importance of understanding your financial goals and risk tolerance, why you should explore alternative investments more, how to align your mind, body, and soul for success, and why it’s so crucial to prioritize health and wellness in your personal relationships.

    Are you ready for a super exciting episode?

    Let’s dive in!

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    What does success look like? (01:16)

    Financial well-being vs personal well-being (08:40)

    Setting yourself up for success (16:59)

    Why you need to have a good community (28:52)

    Why you need strong boundaries (31:28)

    Additional Resources:

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  • EPISODE 499: As we always say on the podcast, making mistakes is natural, so don’t beat yourself up when (not if, but when) it happens.

    Instead, learn everything you can from the errors you made so that you can become a better real estate investor.

    In the spirit of sharing, we’ll be talking about all the lessons we learned from our worst real estate investments in this week’s episode of The InvestHER Podcast.

    From the investment that led to long-term cash flow issues to the single-family home that came with its own set of problems, we share it all.

    Are you ready to learn from our mistakes?

    Tune in now!

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    Our worst investments (01:03)

    Never put your deals ahead of the market (02:36)

    What happens when you don’t hire the right contractor (05:09)

    Are you pivoting too fast? (13:48)

    Additional Resources:

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  • EPISODE 498: Are you tired of the endless pursuit for your next property? Would you like to move into a more passive type of investing?

    If you’ve been thinking about creating more passive income for yourself but not sure where to start, then this is the episode for you.

    In it, we sit down with the brilliant Amy Stavin, to discuss today’s subject: Note investing.

    Amy is a seasoned expert in note investing with extensive experience in buying and managing both performing and non-performing loans. She is also the director of REO Management at PPR Capital Management, a private equity real estate investment firm based in Berwyn, PA.

    In this week’s episode of The InvestHER Podcast, Amy will be sharing with us how note investing works, the difference between performing and non-performing loans, the importance of complying with regulations if you want to be successful at note investing, and more.

    Are you ready to diversify your portfolio?

    Then make sure to tune in!

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    Why note investing? (01:10)

    Performing vs non-performing loans (04:26)

    The downside of note investing (13:01)

    What you must know before going into note investing (15:09)

    First lien vs second lien (20:27)

    Market analysis for note investing (24:33)

    Working with PPR (26:55)

    Additional Resources:

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    Learn more about Amy’s work: https://pprcapitalmgmt.com/

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  • EPISODE 497: When done right, creative financing can be a great way to grow your business as a real estate investor.

    However, how can you use it to thrive in today’s market?

    If you’re not sure where to start, then this is the episode for you!

    In it, we sit down with Sunitha Rao, a former Olympian turned real estate investor who has been using creative financing to invest in real estate.

    After nearly a decade of professional tennis, Sunitha retired with little money and minimal knowledge of the world beyond sports. Determined to succeed, she decided to move into the world of real estate investing.

    Today, she has graduated with honors from Villanova University’s MBA program, has no student debt, and is running a thriving real estate business.

    Sunitha has grown her portfolio through a mix of creative financing methods, which she’ll be sharing with us in this week’s episode of The InvestHER Podcast.

    In this episode, she’ll also be discussing how she used skills learned during her time as an athlete to thrive in the business world, her worst and best real estate deals, the importance of building strong professional relationships, and more.

    This woman is an incredible force of nature, and we can’t wait for you to get to know her.

    Are you ready?

    Let’s dive in!

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    From the Olympics to real estate (00:52)

    Sunitha’s worst creative financing deals (03:44)

    Owning vs controlling (11:25)

    Sunitha’s best creative financing deals (18:00)

    Why you need self-confidence as an investor (24:58)

    Additional Resources:

    ✨ Connect with Sunitha

    Follow Sunitha on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suni_rao_/

    Connect with Sunitha on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sunitha.rao.35

    Learn more about Sunitha’s work: https://www.griffixpropertygroup.com/

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  • EPISODE 496: In today’s economy, increasing your cash flow as a real estate investor is getting harder and harder. And this is when investing in co-living spaces comes into play.

    Co-living as an investment can triple your monthly income, and no one knows this better than our guest on this week’s episode of The InvestHER Podcast, the amazing Brandi Jones.

    Brandi is an investor who has let go of her short and mid-term rental properties in favor of co-living spaces, and she has seen amazing growth ever since.

    In this episode, Brandi will be discussing how co-living can offer investors a steady income stream, how to streamline the management of your co-living space, the importance of maximizing your income through space optimization, and more.

    Are you ready to discover the world of co-living?

    Then tune in now!

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    Why invest in co-living spaces (00:53)

    Regulation you need to know first (04:49)

    Know your customers (08:21)

    Co-living rules (12:04)

    What kind of property works for co-living? (14:55)

    How to get great tenants (21:24)

    The best software for co-living spaces (25:12)

    Additional Resources:

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    Dealflow offers a powerful deal qualification feature that efficiently sifts through MLS listings to pinpoint high-potential investment opportunities. This tool not only identifies properties based on precise investment criteria but also initiates conversations with listing agents.

    Perfect for investors looking to optimize their time and investments.

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  • EPISODE 495: Do you ever find yourself overwhelmed by the amount of tasks you take on because you don’t want to disappoint people? Then we’re afraid we have a diagnosis for you: You are a people pleaser.

    Being a people pleaser is no easy task; more often than not, you have to say “yes” to everything and sacrifice your own well-being for other people’s pleasure.

    And that only ends up causing you more grief and unhappiness.

    This is why, in this week’s episode of The InvestHER Podcast, we’ll be sharing with you a foolproof guide to quit being a people pleaser from the ultimate (ex)people pleaser herself, Liz.

    Together, we’ll be discussing how to recognize people-pleasing tendencies, how being a people pleaser impacts your life, why clear communication is the best way to overcome this habit, and more.

    Are you ready to say “no” more often?

    Then tune in now.

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    How Liz found out she was a people pleaser (00:59)

    How to know if you’re a people pleaser (02:11)

    Do you know what you want? (07:00)

    How to help the people pleasers you know (15:26)

    Additional Resources:

    Check out our interview with Terri Cole: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=laUbNDayzTM

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  • EPISODE 494: Could automating tasks in your short-term rentals help you thrive and maximize your profit this year?

    This is what our guest on the podcast this week, the amazing Annie Sloan, argues in the latest episode of The InvestHER Podcast.

    Annie is co-founder and CEO of The Host Co, the platform that connects local amenities to short-term rentals and mid-term stay apartments: from massage and chef to fresh flowers, bike rentals, mid-stay cleaning and beyond.

    Prior to founding The Host Co, Annie was a creative director at Facebook and X (formerly Twitter). She has led embedded projects for Google, Airbnb, and Nike, and has produced and directed broadcast television including HGTV shows Find Your Style, Curb Appeal, Color Splash, and more.

    In this episode, Annie will be discussing how automating answers to common guest questions helps save time and improve guest experience, why you should offer additional services, the importance of having the right marketing and communication strategy for your short-term rental, and more.

    Are you ready for a super exciting episode?

    Then tune in now!

    Key Takeaways:

    Introduction (00:00)

    Moving to automation (01:30)

    How to automate your short-term rental (08:35)

    How to make money while selling side-services (15:41)

    Getting your time back through automation (22:41)

    When the human touch is irreplaceable (26:39)

    Additional Resources:

    ✨ Connect with Annie

    Follow The Host Co on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehostcompany/

    Learn more about The Host Co: https://www.thehost.co/

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