In this episode of the CHIRP podcast, Lee-Anne Scott talks with accomplished real estate investor, Stephanie Lombardo, about her journey from riding horses in Toronto, Canada, to excelling in the world of real estate in Aiken, South Carolina.

Stephanie shares how she fell into real estate, the learning experiences she had from her first real estate jobs, and how she found success as an investor focused on fix-and-flip properties. Sharing her transition from actively selling real estate into investing, Stephanie explains how she channeled her practical experiences into creating Flippin Empire, a platform for mentoring women who wish to excel in real estate investing.

Additionally, she unpacks the significance of creating value, finding good property deals, networking, and fundraising. She also talks about the importance of combining a positive money mindset and consistent action to achieve financial freedom.

00:06 Introduction and Guest Background

00:52 Journey into Real Estate

02:22 Transition from Investor to Agent

04:50 Flipping Empire: Empowering Women in Real Estate

06:15 Overcoming Money Mindset Barriers

07:59 Real Estate Investing: A Global Perspective

09:24 Breaking Down Financial Barriers in Real Estate

14:41 A Day in the Life of a Real Estate Investor

16:50 Balancing Work and Family Life

17:15 The Importance of Intentional Time with Children

18:57 Transition from Real Estate Agent to Investor

21:08 Working with Spouse in Business

23:04 The Role of Physical Fitness in Business

26:46 Overcoming the Fear of Online Visibility

31:37 Getting Started in Real Estate Investment

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