In this episode of Her Financial Frequency, hosts Janae, Barbie, and E dive into the real-life process of choosing the right investment fund.

They break down the three F’s every investor should consider: Fit, Fees, and Flexibility - and how those can guide you to the fund that actually aligns with your goals and risk tolerance. You’ll also hear honest conversations about red flags, transparency, and personal fund horror stories (yes, we've all got one 🙃).

Whether you're just starting out or leveling up, this one’s packed with wisdom you can actually use.

🎧 Topics we cover:

• What “fit” really means in fund shopping
• The hidden costs of fees (and where to find them!)
• Flexibility (and how some funds are “nope, you’re stuck”)
• Green flags & red flags to look for
• Real investing stories and hard-learned lessons
• What to do after you’ve picked a fund

💡 Ready to feel confident instead of confused? Tune in and let’s make investing less intimidating - together.

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🎧 Your financial frequency is rising. Stay curious, stay empowered.

🎶 Credits:

• Intro/Outro Music: “Birds” by Corbyn Kites
• Produced & Edited by Krissi Burdette

In this engaging episode of Her Financial Frequency, Barbie and E join Krissi and Janae to share their personal journey from traditional 9-to-5 careers to becoming investors and fund creators.

They talk about:

• The pivotal HGTV commercial that sparked their real estate investing path
• Early challenges and hard lessons from flipping houses
• Shifting from single-family homes to multifamily apartments—and why they pivoted again
• The power of masterminds and choosing the right partners
• Learning about mindset shifts from scarcity to abundance
• Why they’re now launching a debt fund and how it works
• A practical breakdown of pros and cons of various types of investment funds, including mutual funds, index funds, venture capital, private equity, hedge funds, and debt funds

This episode offers relatable money stories and actionable insights for anyone exploring how to move beyond traditional investing.

Whether you’re curious about alternative investments, masterminds, or simply want to hear how women are breaking out of the “get a job and hope it’s enough” script, you’ll love this conversation.

🎧 Tune in and learn why thinking differently about money can change your life.

Janae Rapps – Co-Host, Investor & Educator

Barbie Bowen – Co-Host, Investor & Entrepreneur

E Guenthner – Co-Host, Investor & Entrepreneur

Krissi Burdette – Producer

💫 Love what you heard? Don’t forget to follow the show, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who’s ready to grow her wealth!
📲 Follow us for more tips, stories, and real talk.
💌 Got questions or a story to share? Reach out anytime—we’d love to hear from you.
🎧 Your financial frequency is rising. Stay curious, stay empowered.

🎶 Credits:

• Intro/Outro Music: “Birds” by Corbyn Kites
• Produced & Edited by Krissi Burdette

Feel like your money’s just sitting there, doing nothing? You’re not alone—and today, we’re changing that. In this episode, Janae gets personal—sharing her 10-year journey from a passive 401(k) investor to becoming a fund manager helping others grow wealth through real estate. 💸🏘️

We break down:

• What a fund actually is (and why it’s not as scary as it sounds)
• The difference between mutual, index, private equity, venture capital, and debt funds
• How syndications work—and how funds offer more diversification
• Janae’s pivot from flipping houses to helping others earn “mailbox money” (yes, please)

Whether you’re new to investing or ready to go beyond your 401(k), this episode is a relatable and eye-opening listen.

🎧 Hosts: Barbie Bowen & Janae Rapps
🎙️ Produced by: Krissi Burdette
🎵 Music: "Birds" by Corbyn Kites

💫 Love what you heard? Don’t forget to follow the show, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who’s ready to grow her wealth!
📲 Follow us for more tips, stories, and real talk.
💌 Got questions or a story to share? Reach out anytime—we’d love to hear from you.
🎧 Your financial frequency is rising. Stay curious, stay empowered.

🎶 Credits:

• Intro/Outro Music: “Birds” by Corbyn Kites
• Produced & Edited by Krissi Burdette