Lighthouse Podcasts: Recent Episodes

Lighthouse Ventures

A space where we talk about generating wealth and getting financial freedom. Lighthouse Ventures will help you understand Real Estate and Investing, and how syndication helps in creating a passive stream of income.

Today I spoke with two amazing guests Erin Wood and Lisa Nesper.

Erin has been in the mortgage industry in one capacity or another since 2001. Her career began as a receptionist and she has worked her way up and through different operations, credit, sales, and support positions. In her current role, she is responsible for a variety of things including training/coaching, presentations to borrowers and industry professionals, marketing, operation, and sales support, amongst many other things.

Erin Wood’s personal quote/motto: ‘Life is best lived, working alongside others, towards positive results.’

She is also a licensed Loan Officer in California, although not actively originating. She has completed FNMA Underwriting courses and continually increases her knowledge of finance and real estate.

Lisa has been a Mortgage Loan Officer/Branch Manager for 38 years. She has helped hundreds of families and individuals to purchase a home and achieve their dreams.

Her business is based on referrals, so ensuring her clients are happy with their mortgage experience is a top priority! As a licensed Senior Mortgage Loan Originator and Branch Manager, my mission is a simple one: She starts each day determined to be a full-time, full-service professional dedicated to supporting her clients and referral sources.

She's eager to help you reach your dreams of purchasing a home. She loves working with people and helping them reach their goals and takes pride in her ability to deliver the very best customer service. To her, providing great service means going beyond the basics.

She brings value-added knowledge, education, and experience that ensure her customers the best outcome at the closing table.

She's here to help and just a phone call away.

We discussed the following topics:

The mortgage industry offers opportunities for women to succeed and be rewarded for their hard work.
Interest rates have historically been higher than they are now, and they are expected to drop in the future.
Assumable loans are rare, but real estate agents may mention them in property listings to attract buyers.
The All-in-One Loan is a unique product that combines home financing with personal banking, allowing for interest cost savings and increased flexibility.
Credit management is crucial for financial success, including keeping credit card balances low and paying bills on time.
CMG offers a variety of loan programs, including options for investors and self-employed borrowers.

To connect with Erin:

Phone: 858-529-2326

Email: ewood@cmgfi.com

Website: www.allinoneloan.com

To connect with Lisa:

Phone: 949-303-6623

Email: lnesper@cmgfi.com

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with Megan J. Huber, a high-growth Client Success and Retention Strategist, Megan Huber partners with established, high growth online coaching and education-based business owners and their teams to increase client results, retention, and revenue leading to greater profitability, scalability, and sustainability. Megan combines her 19 years of experience across public education, athletic coaching, curriculum development, client success management, group coaching, and entrepreneurship in a way to support leaders and teams to provide a superior client experience so that customers never want to leave.

We discussed the following topics:

Many businesses fail due to a lack of delegation and inconsistent sales and marketing efforts.
The Power Hour is a daily routine focusing on attracting leads, nurturing relationships, and making offers.
Building a successful business requires consistent effort and a willingness to adapt and learn new skills.
Addressing inflammation in the body is crucial for overall health and happiness.
Network marketing can provide an opportunity to build a business and work on personal growth.

To connect with Megan:

Facebook Profile:

https://www.facebook.com/megan.j.huber/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/meganjhuber/

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-huber-88001418/

Built To Last Podcast:

www.meganjohnsonhuber.com/podcast

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with Angela Ball originally from Colombia, South America, Angela Ball embarked on a journey to the United States at the age of 15, during her high school years. Settling in North Palm Beach, Florida, she found a supportive community through family friends and eventually met her husband, Ray, with whom she has shared 29 wonderful years. Together, they are proud parents to Ashton, a 20-year-old basketball enthusiast who is venturing into entrepreneurship with his business, Ready Set Dump iT.

For over a decade, Angela has dedicated herself to supporting single mothers in various capacities. Nearly seven years ago, she took her commitment to the next level by founding "Hearts for Moms" in West Palm Beach, Florida, where she currently serves as the CEO. The mission of Hearts for Moms is to provide resources to enrich the lives of single moms and their children. Angela's vision is to inspire hope, foster personal growth, and liberate these women from reliance on government assistance, enabling them to pursue their dreams and embrace the abundant life that awaits them.

We discussed the following topics:

Hearts for Moms provides comprehensive wraparound services to support single moms and their children, including housing, education, childcare, transportation, and mental health counseling.
Financial coaching and budgeting skills are crucial for single moms to become self-sufficient and bridge the income gap.
Affordable housing is a major challenge for single moms, and the lack of it can lead to homelessness and the separation of families.
The Believe in Me campaign aims to provide financial resources and support to help single moms achieve their dreams and become independent.
Community support and volunteerism are essential in helping single moms and their families thrive.

To connect with Angela:

Website: https://www.heartsformoms.org/

Email: angela@heartsformoms.org

Main: 561-601-6555

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with Hillarie Wright the owner and founder of Creative Capital Lenders. This company is a division of the parent company, The Apprentice Network, that has been owned and operated by Hillarie since its creation in 2007. Hillarie has worked in almost all facets of real estate, starting in 1999, in areas including single-family and multi-family rehabs & construction, portfolio acquisitions, finance, and sales.

Hillarie has a passion for rehabbing residential properties and is often known for saying, “How can we help you make more money?” She loves to educate, train, and coach - focusing on helping others and building lasting relationships.

In addition to real estate, Hillarie is a mom of 2 kids, has a husband who runs a landscaping business, loves to cook, and is a proud momma to a golden doodle.

We discussed the following topics:

Find mentors and surround yourself with experts in different areas of real estate.
Thoroughly analyze potential investments and understand local ordinances before diving in.
Build a strong team of professionals, including a real estate attorney, CPA, and property manager.
Have multiple exit strategies in place to adapt to market changes.

To connect with Hillarie:

Email: Loans@CreativeCapitalLenders.com

Website: www.CreativeCapitalLenders.com

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with Amanda Waitsman, she is a professional with a background in construction, real estate, and mortgage industries, she embarked on my steel building career in 2012, driven by a commitment to continuous knowledge, growth, and excellence. Bringing a wealth of experience to each project, she prioritizes transparency and collaborative solutions. Currently leading with integrity, strategic vision, and relationship-building at Semper Fi Steel. Open to networking in construction, real estate, mortgage, and steel industries.

We discussed the following topics:

Getting educated in real estate is crucial to protect yourself and make informed decisions.
Having a business mindset and treating your property as an investment can lead to success.
Hospitality and providing a positive guest experience are important aspects of hosting on Airbnb.
Research the area, laws, and average rental rates before getting into the Airbnb space.
Financial freedom can be achieved through real estate investing.

To connect with Amanda:

Website: www.semperfisteel.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/semperfisteelbuilt

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/semperfisteel/

LinkedIn of her company: https://www.linkedin.com/company/semper-fi-steel-built/

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-waitsman/

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with Alexis Sidney, EA, and with over a decade of experience steering investors toward bigger profits, she have mastered the art of maximizing returns.

As an IRS Enrolled Agent, licensed Realtor, certified tax strategist, and Profit First professional, she delivers the tax and money-saving strategies that propel portfolio growth. She excels at reducing investors' tax burdens by thousands of dollars.

She founded The Twelve Firm to streamline tax compliance and help investors achieve peak profitability. She bridges a critical gap, equipping real estate entrepreneurs with essential tools for success.

We discussed the following topics:

Real estate investors can save on taxes by utilizing strategies such as qualifying for real estate professional status and taking advantage of depreciation.
Having a tax strategist on your financial team is crucial for optimizing your tax situation and ensuring you're taking advantage of all available tax benefits.
Regular conversations with a tax strategist, at least on a quarterly basis, can help you stay on track with your tax strategy and make any necessary adjustments.
It's important to work with professionals who are knowledgeable and experienced in real estate tax strategies to ensure you're maximizing your tax savings.
Even limited partners in syndications can benefit from working with a tax strategist to navigate their tax situation and explore potential tax-saving strategies.

To connect with Alexis:

Office: 678-379-2550

Website: www.thetwelvefirm.com

Email: info@thetwelvefirm.com

Instagram: a.sidney_theaccountant

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today allow me to present Brett, a Solo 401k Consultant here at Sense Financial. With a professional journey spanning over 18 years in real estate investing, Brett is also a licensed California Real Estate Agent and his passion lies in empowering people to attain financial independence, affording them the possibility of an early retirement. Please join me in welcoming Brett, an advocate for financial success.

We discussed the following topics:

Using a qualified custodian, such as Sense Financial, allows individuals to invest their IRA and 401k funds in alternative assets like real estate.
Self-directed IRAs and solo 401ks offer similar investment options, but solo 401ks have higher contribution limits and the ability to borrow from the account.
Checkbook control provides convenience and flexibility in managing investments, allowing for easier transactions and payments.
Prohibited transactions, such as investing with disqualified parties, should be avoided to comply with IRS regulations.
Sense Financial offers educational consultations to help individuals determine if self-directed IRAs or solo 401ks are suitable for their investment goals.

To connect with Brett:

website: sensefinancial.com

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with Tayisha Beard she is originally from New Orleans, LA, and currently resides in Gonzales, Louisiana with her husband and two children. She earned her bachelor's degree from Louisiana Tech University, is currently pursuing her MBA at Southern University, and is a member of The International Business Honor Society (Beta Gamma Sigma). She's also a member of the Junior League of Baton Rouge and a member of the NAACP Gonzales chapter. She aims to be a model of ambition and drive so that her children, as well as other women and minorities in her community, will know they do not have to choose between success in business and a loving environment at home.

We discussed the following topics:

Having the drive to do more and make an impact is essential for success.
Overcoming fear and taking the first step is crucial in achieving goals.
Having a supportive circle of like-minded individuals is important for growth.
Faith and belief in abundance are key to breaking free from mental shackles.
Creating a legacy for future generations is a powerful motivator.

To connect with Tayisha:

email: tayisha@hotmail.com

IG: asset_multipliher

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with Diana Miret, a fractional CFO, who shares valuable insights on mastering money for business owners, especially women. She emphasizes the importance of financial organization, separate bank accounts, and budgeting. Additionally, she discusses the significance of forecasting, burn rate, and the ideal time to hire a CFO. Diana's expertise is best suited for businesses with a revenue of half a million dollars or more.

We discussed the following topics:

Financial organization and separate bank accounts are crucial for business stability and growth.
Budgeting and forecasting help manage expenses and plan for the future.
Understanding the burn rate and having a reserve account is essential for financial security.
Hiring a CFO becomes more critical as the business revenue reaches half a million dollars or more.

To connect with Diana:

Website: dianamiret.com

Instagram: dianamiretbusinessprofitcoach

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with Stacy Jo Coffee-Thorne the founder and President of Freedom Support Solutions, a daily money management and bookkeeping firm. Before forming FSS, she was a certified paralegal for over 20 years, working in several law offices in Ohio and Florida, focusing primarily on guardianship, tax, and estate planning. She has been a Financial Concierge since 2012, managing her clients’ monthly finances, and has been a bookkeeper for over 30 years. She is a QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor and a member of AADMM (Association of Daily Money Managers) and the National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers.

Aside from her other affiliations, Stacy Jo is a certified Life Coach, a certified member of the John Maxwell Team, and a certified Dave Ramsey Master Coach. She is grateful for the opportunities that God has given her and lives by Philippians 4:13 which states, “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.”

We discussed the following topics:

The impact of faith on financial stewardship and financial freedom
The importance of perseverance and family support in business endeavors
The value of surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals for encouragement and growth
The vision for helping Christian women in business achieve financial freedom

To connect with Stacy:

Website: thefreedompros.com

Work number: 561.247.1778LinkedIn: Stacy Jo Coffee-Thorne

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with Carrie Zatelli an attorney, entrepreneur, investor, and mother. Currently, Carrie has emerged as a prominent real estate investor. Her expertise in the field led her to establish Sky Capital, LLC, focusing on investing in multifamily housing. Through this venture, she demonstrated a keen understanding of the real estate market and a knack for strategic investment. She is passionate about working with investors and leading them to financial freedom.

We discussed the following topics:

Balancing multiple roles and responsibilities requires taking one step at a time and making adjustments along the way.
Growing up in a military family teaches resilience and empathy, which can be valuable in personal and professional relationships.
Being organized and detail-oriented is crucial in managing properties and ensuring financial success in real estate investments.
Having a positive mindset, setting goals, and continuously learning are key factors in achieving personal and professional growth.

To connect with Carrie:

Email: carrie@skycapitalllc.com

IG: carriezatelli

LinkedIn: Carrie Zatelli

Website: skycapitalllc.com

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with Martha Picciao she's a wife, mother of 3 boys, real estate investor, and the Founder and CEO of Whiz Kidz Preschools, a chain of childcare centers in the Phoenix area. It was her dream to build a business she was passionate about while raising her boys in tow.

Martha is a dynamic and motivating leader, podcaster, and business coach. Her greatest and biggest why are her own 3 children. She enjoys cooking, traveling around the world, boating on the lake with her family, and morning workouts.

We discussed the following topics:

Building a business and investing in real estate can provide financial independence and the ability to leave a legacy for future generations.
Taking small steps and trusting in God's plan can lead to success and overcome challenges.
Modeling financial responsibility and entrepreneurship to children can inspire them to become successful business owners.
Having faith and relying on God's guidance can provide peace and confidence in the face of uncertainty.

To connect with Martha:

IG:@theteawithmartha

www.marthapicciao.com

whizkidzpreschool.com

IG: @whizkidzpreschool

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with Tricia Miller she's the founder of Build Smart Money, an Authorized Infinite Banking Practitioner, a dedicated Life Insurance Agent, and a licensed Real Estate Salesperson in the Commonwealth of Virginia. She is mentored by James C. Neathery of Neathery & Associates, Ft Worth, Texas, himself a direct “mentee” of Nelson Nash, the founder of the Infinite Banking Concept. With an ardent commitment to financial empowerment, Tricia specializes in helping individuals break free from conventional financial strategies to grow their wealth without working any harder or making any more money, but just by changing the environment in which your dollars live so that the individual can imitate what banks do all the time - recapture interest and control the flow of money.

As a former military wife, mother of seven, and grandmother to six beautiful children, Tricia has a profound passion for growing wealth and leaving a legacy

We discussed the following topics:

Buying properties at auctions can be an exciting and profitable way to start investing in real estate.
Using a home equity line of credit (HELOC) can provide the funds needed to purchase properties outright and then refinance to recoup the investment.
The concept of infinite banking, using specially designed whole life insurance policies, allows for uninterrupted compound interest and can be a powerful tool for building wealth and financial security.
Education, community, and perseverance are key factors in achieving success in real estate investing.

To connect with Tricia:

Email: ibctricia@gmail.com

Instagram: tricia_miller22

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with Shannon Sherman about her journey in real estate investing. We discuss the challenges of being a landlord, the importance of learning from mistakes, and the benefits of investing in multi-family properties. We also touch on the profitability of industrial flex space and Shannon's venture into the bowling business. Shannon emphasizes the importance of involving children in real estate and shares tips for moms looking to get started in the industry.

We discussed the following topics:

Learn from your mistakes and use them as opportunities for growth.
Consider investing in multi-family properties for long-term financial success.
Research and understand the landlord laws in the state you are investing in.
Involve your children in real estate to teach them valuable skills and instill a strong work ethic.

To connect with Shannon:

Email: shannon@st4equity.comLinkedIn: Shannon Sherman

Instagram: shannoninaz

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with Doris Savron she's a sought-after Executive Leadership Expert of 30+ years and a transformation catalyst through her International Conferences, Speaking, and Consulting. She has been interviewed on ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX TV, and Radio with over 70 interviews across various broadcasting channels and podcasts. She’s been a published writer for various outlets such as HR.com and ChiefExecutive.net. She loves international travel and currently resides in Arizona.

We discussed the following topics:

What would be your perspective on leading with courage in a tumultuous cancel culture?
What are some of the most successful attributes of successful leaders today?
How do you balance your life, work, and career?
As a woman, what have been some of your greatest challenges navigating leadership throughout your career?

To connect with Doris:

Website: dorissavron.com

Email: doris@dorissavron.com

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with the inspiring Bekah Tinter she's a veteran leader who has built a thriving nationwide coaching practice that specializes in helping people identify, reach, and exceed their health goals. She has helped hundreds of clients reach a healthy weight and learn the habits to thrive in life. She is recognized nationwide for being highly skilled in training other coaches in the leadership and goal-setting skills it takes for them to duplicate what Bekah helps her clients do. She has a reputation for being a “systems expert” and loves mentoring others on the life skill of effective time management. In addition to being a business owner, Bekah is an active mother to four kids ages 6 - 16. Bekah enjoys travel, exercise, and cruising the Arizona desert in her Ford Mustang convertible in her spare time.

We discussed the following topics:

Building a Life and Business Together
The Impact of Health on Other Areas of Life
Financial Stewardship and Freedom
The Importance of Systems and Time Management
Delegating and Prioritizing Tasks

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with the amazing Whitney McNair she is a Multifamily Real Estate Investor, Realtor, Military Spouse, and former NCAA Division One athlete. Whitney has been a Top Real Estate agent in the Oklahoma City area for the last 10 years. As a Real Estate agent, Whitney has been on the cover of the OKC Top Producer Real Estate Magazine, and a few others. Whitney is also a coach and a mentor for Residential and Commercial Real Estate Investing.

We discussed the following topics:

Transition to Real Estate career
Mobile home park investment, what's it?
Short-term rental property
Whitney's plans and goals
Reflections on 2023 and goals for 2024

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with my girl Bonnie Schwam she’s a highly accomplished real estate agent and experienced investor specializing in multifamily properties and self-storage facilities. With a proven track record of success, she combines her extensive real estate market knowledge with her passion for investment opportunities to help clients achieve their financial goals. She is proud of having a customer-centric approach, and she provides personalized solutions and expert guidance throughout every step of the real estate transaction process.

We discussed the following topic:

Seminars in Real Estate
What’s 506B?
What’s 506C?
Bonnie confidence
Storage units

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with the amazing Meeta Patel, master's in accounting, and worked as a CPA in public accounting before she took a break to raise her two sons. She ventured into entrepreneurship by owning and operating a franchise for a couple of years. After that, she turned her attention to real estate investing. Starting with fix and flips, she shifted her focus to commercial real estate, specifically multi-family.

We discussed the following topics:

Meeta's story
Three lessons for you to be successful
Infinite banking, what is it?
What's the best policy?
Books to start your own life insurance

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with the inspiring Kristin Herman, married to her best friend and mama to three of their greatest delights, Kristin is passionate and wholehearted.

She’s a coffee and tennis enthusiast, “In the world of wealth management, there is a lingering misconception about what financial advisors are and do. Many feel that financial advisors are only out to collect a fee or to transact a result. They believe that transparency is the last thought of the financial advisor, and as a result, strategy and education go by the wayside”.

We discussed the following topics:

Kristin story
Love for finances
10, or 15 years ago, would you have done something different?
Jeremiah 17:8
Three questions to have your life on track
What kind of tree are you?

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with Ruzanna the president of Queenvest, a planning and investment firm that focuses on the needs of successful women property investors. Ruzanna helps her clients secure multiple streams of passive income and put in place a robust plan to protect their wealth.

Ruzanna lives in Beverly, MA, with her husband and two teenage children. She is an avid reader and a fierce tennis competitor. She volunteers at the Women’s Foundation of Boston and as a financial coach for a local non-profit.

We discussed the following topics:

Background into Ruzanna's journey
Primetime Wealth Academy
When Ruzanna is going to start this academy?
Why do women need to have a different financial plan?
Is there long-term health care that you can suggest?

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with Barbara Heil-Sonneck, a wife and mom of one. We talked about her exciting career in real estate, her beginnings, her life as an author, and her new book. After an international Management Career in Corporate, Barbara started to fulfill her passion for Real Estate and Design in 2007. She is also an author/speaker

We discussed the following topics:

First real estate experience
Trying something new every day you can, is it good?
Her first book
What’s 9010?
The huge impact of COVID and the importance of having a virtual assistant
New book

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke with the amazing Krista O'Brien she is a wife and mother of two from Georgia. Most of her 30-year career has been as a large company CPA or corporate finance professional. Still, she became an active real estate investor in 2015 to diversify her investments and realize some tax benefits. Her goal was to make enough passive income from all sources to be able to quit her W-2 job.

Today we discussed the following topics:

The energy surrounding your money
What is your approach to money?
What’s Krista's definition of diversification?
What’s BRRRR?
What are you doing over the next few months? What does your sabbatical look like?
What makes a difference in Krista’s life in her pursuit of financial freedom

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke to the founder and managing member of Blues Skies Equity, he has been investing in real estate since 2009. He began investing in single-family and small multifamily residential, purchased and subdivided vacant land and oversaw the design and construction of rental properties in his portfolio.

Today we discussed the following topics:

Introduction to real estate
His wife, his biggest supporter
What are some of the things you're working towards as a family?
Mike's experience working with the local government
Long-term real estate, where is the market going?
Mike's favorite books and tips for personal growth

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke to an acquisitions coordinator and investor relations specialist - Jennifer Fawcett. You're gonna be blown away - she has five children and she's homeschooling! On top of it, she successfully invests in real estate and has got 136 doors since last year.

Today we discussed the following topics:

How is being a stay-at-home mom to five kids and homeschooling them?
How Jennifer found real estate?
Jennifer's real estate preparation before the very first deal.
Is it important to have a real estate professional status?
Involving children in the process.
Jennifer's plans for the future.

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. It helps us grow our community of financially strong homes. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke to a great man whose story will inspire you - Michael Payne. Michael is the founder of MKS Equity, he got started investing in 2002. He actually purchased a six-bedroom home in Kissimmee, Florida, and now has over 246 doors.

Today we discussed the following topics:

The fire on Michael's property.
Michael's mistake in real estate in the very beginning.
How did he find assets?
What average annualized return is Michael looking for on assets he is underwriting?
Short-term rental vs long-term rental. Which is better?
Pieces of Advice to prepare you for the first deal.

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

Learn Why a Healthy Mindset is Key to Your Success in Real Estate, Michelle Rogers | ep. 45

Today, I spoke with a true entrepreneur whose life story will leave you thinking “I Need to go Bigger.” Meet real estate millionaire - Michelle Rogers.

We discussed the following topics:

Michelle's difficult life story. A thorny path to finding herself in life, the importance of the significant people around you, and more...
Unconventional thinking about investing in real estate.
Using an IRA to get started.
Michelle's financial achievements.
First, 3 steps to help you have success in real estate.
Great book advice from Michelle.

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

Today, I spoke to a fascinating and brilliant doctor, who strategically combines being a physician, with real estate, all while caring for her family. She has an outstanding reputation for leadership in long-term healthcare and advocacy and is a growing expert in real estate. Meet Shelley Bhalla!

Today we discussed the following topics:

How did she find real estate as a busy physician?
The importance of a personal financial statement (PFS) and a schedule of real estate owned (SREO) to keep track of how she went from $16 to where she is now.
Character traits that help in the real estate business.
Investing in storage units.
What are the kinds of returns you could expect for storage units?
What does the next few years look like for Shelley?

Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke to an inspiring young woman in her early 20s who is building a successful career in real estate with more than 500 doors. She is also a technical specialist at IBM, and knows how to grow leveraging social media platforms. Meet Caroline Ehler!

Today we discussed the following topics:

How did Caroline start in real estate at such a young age?
The power of parent's influence.
From five to ten mentors. The importance of your sphere of influence.
The very first real estate deal.
Advice on how to start.
Inspiration book from Caroline.

Please don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke to Sandy Noel. Sandy is a single mother of two, who holds two science degrees. She studies immunochemistry for over 14 years and has a full-time practice coaching. Slandy’s done over 6,000 hours for the past five years, training other people, helping divorced mothers redefine their identity, become financially independent, become a great co-parents, and living in a health-conscious lifestyle. She is also a second-time author.

Today we discussed the following topics:

The inspiering story of Slandy’s life.
First real estate experience.
Is it a good idea to invest in 529?
The importance of having a mentor.
The life-changing books you should read
Missionary activity in the native country. Future plans.

Please don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

Today I spoke to Neena Kremer - a mom of four with one on the way. She fell in love with the ability to give people a really unique personal experience at the bank and for now, Neena is managing $ 1 000 000 portfolios!

We discussed the following topics:

What happened to SVB? Comparison with 2008.
Pitfalls about FDIC insurance.
What is ICS and how does it work?
Great tips on what to do with your deposit dollars.
How to set up our children to have the best money practices?
Advises how to save money for getting a home.

Please don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, I had Michelle Shriver on to share her passion for being a "entrepreneurial extrovert.” It’s kind of a hard to name all the investments Michelle has done! A serial entrepreneur which started at age 10, she has been an executive leader for several casino resorts; owned smoothie cafes, a hospitality recruiting company, copywriting business, and even owned an automotive performance parts company. This is what I call a true entrepreneur! Michelle sees opportunities everywhere she turns, not to mention she is a mother of two and a grandmother to three!

We discussed the following topics:

Michelle’s entrepreneur spirit and how it combines with her family.
Michelle's investing story.
What do you have to do to buy a franchise?
How can you use a 401K?
Buying real estate in Mexico. Some inside info about Michelle’s new acquisition!
How did Michelle start to invest in a startup restaurant chain?
What Michelle is now doing in 2023.
Tax benefits.

Please don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, I had Ify Asoh - the woman whose smile is contagious despite her upbringing. Iffy is a critical care pharmacist and a mother of three children in Massachusetts. She is passively invested in over 232 units in Mississippi, and she strives to provide her investors with long-term capital appreciation and cash flow by investing in apartments.

We discussed the following topics:

Ify’s life story.
If you want your children to be educated - start with yourself! The importance of being an example for your kids.
What is being a passive investor? Ify’s experience.
Some nuggets on how to speak with brokers
Ify’s "goal philosophy.“
What is AAR?
Inspirational materials for you.

Please don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, I interviewed a woman who can figure it out even in a hurricane - Samantha Wells!

Samantha is the mother of 3 wonderful young children. She moved into the real estate industry, and has now acquired $50 million in assets and managing them in-house! Just imagine the numbers! She also has a psychology degree.

We discussed the following topics:

How did Samantha go from psychology to real estate.
Real estate is not a dog-eat-dog world. Can we work without a team?
How real estate compares to other businesses. Samantha’s first day in Corporate America as compared to her life now in real estate.
The educational materials that inspire you to move.
The power of Prayer.

Please don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, I spoke to Mike Auch - a great man, whose financial outlook on life will inspire you to think differently about banking. Mike and his wife do a unique strategy called “Infinite Banking” which you’ll be be exited to learn more about.

We discussed the following topics:

What is Infinite Banking and how does it work?
Should our kids start investing in their own life insurance policies?
The first step in policy investing and Mike’s recommendation.
The Life insurance investment process. From investing money to using it.
Creating a family bank as a legacy. Mike’s philosophy.

Please don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

In this episode I had Sandhya Seshadri - the woman who proved that it doesn't matter what your start is, it's all about direction. Sandhya is an owner of over 3000 doors as a general partner, she is also a speaker, and most importantly - a mother of two.

We discussed the following topics:

How did Sandhya’s real estate story start?
How do you start with no money as an emigrant girl in a foreign country?
The real estate situation in Dallas since COVID.
What is the biggest financial benefit of investing in multifamily?
The snowball effect is a long-play investment.
What’s next after 3000 doors for Sandhya?
The value of your who you surround yourself with.

Please don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, I spoke to Shannon Aronson, a dynamic business women and thought leader to over 800 agents in three Keller William brokerages. Shannon is married and also a mother of three beautiful young adult men. Somehow she is able to balance it all and extremely successful doing so.

In this podcast, we discussed the following topics:

How does Shannon manage a company of more than 800 agents?
The secret of leadership.
Is it important to delegate?
How does Shannon manage her finances?
What is your burnout number?
What percentage of your finances are worth investing in real estate?
How to connect with Shannon.

Please don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

Today, I spoke with an inspirational woman, who will motivate you to move with a heart full of love - Yessenia Gonzalez. She is a mother, real estate professional, entrepreneur, and educator who helps people make their money work as hard as they do.

We discussed the following topics:

Leveraging real estate as an effective vehicle to build your empire.
What is Yessenia’s plan to grow a successful business?
How does she balance motherhood, real estate, and personal projects at one time?
The importance of your surrounding.
Involving your children in business activity.
Her philosophy about the future.
Materials to educating yourself.

Please don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

Today, Corey Daharsh with Advanta will guide you through how to effectively leveraging your self directed IRA investment dollars. Corey has been a member of Advanta IRA since 2016 so you won’t want to miss his useful nuggets about alternative investments and making your dollars work for you.

We discussed the following topics:

The first "tax pitfalls" of investing with an IRA.
The IRA investment process.
What is the ESA account?
The look of ESA lending piece.
What is a backdoor Roth?
How to reach out and connect more with Corey

Please don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

Today I have Kimberly Coppola - a financially savvy girl who explains how she found financial and time freedom.

We discussed the following topics:

Is it important for your children to earn their first money by themselves?
The value of the dollar for our kids.
How she started her business?
Is it worth it to leave unloved habitual work?
Do you need to have plan B or it’s just self-justification?
What is an ordinary day for Kimberly.
Boundaries between family and work.
Why did she decide to work in Real Estate?

Please don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, I interviewed Jennifer Hansen- the inspirational woman who sees advantages in places where it seems nothing is. Jennifer is a mom of four, and a super successful real estate professional who made $80 million in sales without a college education.

We discussed the following topics:

How to fight Property Taxes.
Attributes common to both a Mother and a Real Estate Professional.
Must read Books.
The Benefits of Age.
Who we Need to Put our Trust in.

Please don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around Finances and Building a Legacy. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, I interviewed Casey Franchini - the woman who will inspire you to get started or keep growing. Casey is the mom of three, a successful real estate investor of single-family residential rental properties, and a coach to aspiring investors.

We discussed the following topics:

What background helped Casey be successful in real estate.
The secret to being a mom and keeping your job.
How Casey earned the down payment towards her first investment property
Important tips you should know before buying the property.
How to not lose yourself being a mom.
Is reading all those books before the deal that important?
The importance of mentorship.

Please don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, I interviewed networking queen Kristine Flook - the person, who can sell you everything, so be careful! She’s sold $300M+ in both investment properties and commercial real estate throughout Florida.

Great takeaways you’ll want to note when listening:

The importance of inspirational affirmation.
Remembering that you’re Three Feet from Fold - don't give up even if the results seem unattainable.
What helped Kristine win the battle against cancer. Everyday is a gift from God.
Keep studying! Kristine's investments from the early days.
How to keep in touch with Kristine.
The best way to get started to invest.
Why is networking a key to growth.

Please don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, I had on Elsa Nguyen - manager of a portfolio of over $30 million, national speaker, multifamily mentor, wealth and passive income generator.

We discussed the following topics:

1How a 13 year old Elsa started her life in foreign country.

2What inspiring books you should read.

3What we, as a syndicators, provide.

4What are the benefits and risks of having multifamily assets in real estate.

5What operator of multifamily asset real estate does.

Please don't forget to Like, Subscribe and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, I had on Samantha Campton, President of Insight Wealth, Founder of Wise Women, and Senior Financial Advisor.
We covered the following topics:
• Samantha’s journey to financial advisory throughout a life-changing period.
• A path from desperate to a thriving business.
• Non-traditional health coverage options to investigate before reaching Medicare age.
• How stressful it could be to put off retirement for a long time.
• Tips to move ahead in life when you become a single mother.

Please don't forget to Like, Subscribe and Share to promote awareness around finances and building a legacy.

In this episode, I had on Julie Peterson

In this episode, I had on Chutima Barrios, Finance Professional and Real Estate Investor.

Chutima Barrios is an immigrant to the US with an impressive story. She moved to the US 9 and a half years ago to pursue her master's degree at the University of Pennsylvania and was the first in her family to do so. Chutima and her partner found real estate investing shortly after, and Chutima has been able to find her own sources of income and build wealth while balancing her full-time W2 job in financial acquisitions.

We discussed the following topics:

Securing multiple sources of income
Culture shock
Financial Acquisitions
Perseverance
Leaving a Legacy

In this episode, I had on Alana George, Realtor and Podcast Host.

We discussed the following topics:

Agent to Investor
Being there for your Spouse
Gratitude Practice
Keeping the Faith

In this episode, I had on Candice Pilgrim, Asset Manager & Mother.

In this episode, I had on Brooke Winfrey, Entrepreneur and Real Estate Investor.

Brooke Winfree is an amazing mom of 5 children who has been using her entrepreneurial spirit to start multiple businesses, including an auto dealership and a short-term rental in Florida.

She started her journey by making bows to earn money and then went on to start a recruiting firm by age 20.

She talks about transitioning from independence to dependent living, transitioning to real estate, and how to be a better parent.

We discussed the following topics:

Be an independent parent
Advocate for the elderly
Take risks and pivot
Leverage the bank's money
Network for wholesalers
Take action and don't wait
Take risks and learn

In this episode, I had on Camilla Jeffs, Wealth Coach and Real Estate Investor. We discussed the following topics:

The “Live-In Flip” Method
Mom turned CFO
All the ways to make your Home pay you
Tax Strategies
The Stigma of Money
Involving your kids in your Finances

In this episode, I had on Julie Holly, Performance Coach and Real Estate Investor. We discussed the following topics:

Navigating Transition
Shifting Careers
Ready to receive, ready to release
Trying on new “glasses”
No “right time”
Personal Freedom

In this episode, I had on Mike & Megan Downey, Real Estate Investors and Farmers. We discussed the following topics:

Long-term goals
Listening to your Spouse
Partnering with your Spouse
Having a strong foundation
Auditing your time
Overcoming fear

In this episode, I had on Gary Lipsky, Best Selling Author and Real Estate Investor. We discussed the following topics:

Benefits of Multi-Family
Overcoming Hurdles
How to convince your spouse on pursuing an opportunity
Focusing on specific markets
The Power of Your Network
Broker Relations

In this episode, I had on Mandy McAllister, CEO of GoBundance and Real Estate Investor. We discussed the following topics:

Empowering Mothers With Finance
The Necessity of Real Estate
Experimenting with Entrepreneurship
To Syndicate or Not To Syndicate
Forever Money Bucket
Becoming Laser Focused
You Get What You Give
Being Good at Hard Things

In this episode, I had on Candice Crawford, entrepreneur and Real Estate Investor. We discussed the following topics:

Importance of Financial Literacy
The Housing Crises
Being the person that you needed growing up
Giving back to your community
Finding your passion
Learning how you learn

In this episode, I had on CJ Yamada, Solar Broker and Real Estate Investor. We discussed the following topics:

Making your money work for you
The Miracle Morning
Transition to Real Estate from a different industry
Being a forever student
Becoming a specialist
Investor relations
Earning the “retirement life”

In this episode, I had on Ian Schmidt, New Home Developer and Real Estate Investor. We discussed the following topics:

Surrounding yourself with Experienced Partners
Getting your Real Estate License
Having a Strong Why
Changing career paths through Covid
The New Home Building Process
Using Single Family Homes Inventory Market Indicator
General Partner vs. Limited Partner

In this episode, I had on David Sparks, Air Force Veteran and real estate investor. We discussed the following topics:

Balancing your passions
Leveraging connections
Landbanking
Working with the government to find opportunities
Giving back to your community
Importance of having skin in the game

In this episode, I had on Joey Chan, asset manager, real estate investor & entrepreneur. We discussed the following topics:

Understanding when to pivot your business strategy
Overcoming debt & being resilient
Self-educating
Mentorship groups
Short-term vs. mid-term rentals
Growth within the journey
Goals for the new year
Real Estate's resiliency

In this episode, I had on Jason Malabute, former CPA & real estate investor. Jason is a former CPA that took interest in a client's work when he saw how much passive income that his client had been making in real estate. In 2019 he began buying single family homes and decided to scale to multi-family in 2020. Jason truly went all in on his business, selling his single family properties & his assets from being a CPA. Jason has an incredible story and was a pleasure to have on. He is all over the multi-family space and hosts his own local meetup in Las Vegas. We discussed the following topics:

Learning the fundamentals of real estate through single family
Seasonal market swings
Home shortage problem
Investing in historically stable markets
Overcoming limiting beliefs
Personal development through being a business owner
Being in alignment on core values and vision with partners
Fire fast, hire slow
Should you start fast or slow in real estate?
The power of goal setting & visualizing

In this episode, I had on Anastasia Gamino, a teacher and real estate investor. We discussed the following topics:

Personal finance leading to investing in real estate.
The power of self-education through podcasts & other media
Her first investment in a duplex
Cheap properties not always being worth investing in
Knowing your numbers in order to invest in any market
Refinancing your investments
Not being the first on the block when flipping
The importance of multiple exit strategies
Defining what financial freedom means to you
Finding a team in Multifamily through networking & establishing partnerships

In this episode, I discuss scaling from single family properties to multifamily investing, with my guest, Vessi Kapoulian. We cover the following topics:

How to go from investing in single family to multifamily properties
The value of underwriting
How a mentor accelerates growth
How goal setting helped her achieve her first deal
The importance of knowing your why in order to persevere
Evaluating deals that are not in your market

In this episode, I discuss getting started in real estate with my guest Matt Johnson. We cover the following topics:

Matt was interested in real estate because of its passive income opportunities
85% of people that attend networking events, never do a deal! We talk about the importance of coaches/mentors when getting started!
How starters can get started in real estate by house hacking
How college students can live for free & start building their net worth while still in college
The power of networking in real estate

In this episode, I discuss the power & importance of diversification with Zack Dugger!

Zack has investments in hotels, multi-family apartments, syndications, mobile home parks, car washes, land development projects, & even owns lime trees!

In this video, Rufus & I discuss marketing strategies & persuasion techniques.

I am a real estate investor with experience rehabbing and holding properties. My passion is investing in Multi Family commercial buildings in emerging markets. If you would like to connect, please reach out to me at Jennifer@Lighthouse-Ventures.com or go to www.Lighthouse-Ventures.com. For my other social media platforms and great resources, check out my Linktree!

https://linktr.ee/LighthouseVentures.

Thinking of investing in Real Estate? Wondering how much and how long it takes? This episode is for you! Join us as Hilary Graves tells her story from her Real Estate Journey!

A stable job, a happy family and several investments in a good portfolio are certain key elements we want for our path to financial freedom, but what if your W2 job and your Real Estate career are bumping heads?

Join us as Chris Freeman tells us his story in his Real Estate Journey, and how your career in your W2 job help your Real Estate Fundamentals.

Watch on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/szPRGYZXtYY

Listen in on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/show/2qtAtRQYPKsFITO2YLQ9Ez

Anchor:

https://anchor.fm/ligthouse-ventures

Apple Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lighthouse-podcasts/id1622820353?fbclid=IwAR3BPtJbKXwLP9wE8LszFtS6AVOAkGqMM-RF2yiXkTcUlomi_L4bbQ-2ukc

Google Podcasts:

https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy85NTRkZDgzMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw?fbclid=IwAR19-HGQtpykNjhl-PxpCqC44WB_Q7y-9QpHJYEiJ5hV2whLKzNdIeHP2PY

Hi everyone! Join us as we welcome Ed Modzel from Gimme Shelter Equity to share with us his journey in Real Estate and how he made success happen!

Welcome to our third episode of Lighthouse Ventures Podcasts! Today we're talking about financial freedom and how investing in Real Estate affects your career!

Today we're gonna talk about inflation and its effect in Real Estate!

Hi everyone! Welcome to our first episode of Lighthouse Ventures Podcast. Join me as I discuss what investing in Lighthouse Ventures is all about.