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It's no surprise that the real estate market across the country is extremely competitive. However, having the right agent can make a huge difference in whether or not you secure your dream home. Devin Curlings is a Listing Specialist and Real Estate Advisor based in Raleigh, NC. She joins me in part one of our homebuying series to answer your questions about becoming a first-time homeowner. We discuss the benefits of buying a home versus renting, the best time to buy a home, what you need to do to prepare to buy a home, the benefits of using an agent to help you through this process, and some things you should watch out for. 

Devin THRIVES in a fast-paced environment and excels in a creative space. As soon as she steps into a home you’ll notice her eyes glitter with excitement.

As a military spouse, Devin knows home means so much more, whether you’re there for two years or forever. Devin prides herself on compassion, helping clients achieve their goals of homeownership, and would be honored to help assist you through the process of navigating the Triangle market.

Nothing is a challenge - always an opportunity and walking a home that may need more love than the next is a favorite of hers. From the initial visit, maximizing the space, staging, selecting a photographer, typing a listing script, creating a marketing strategy, to actively listing your home, you’ll watch her vision unfold.

But the truest honor is being able to maximize her client’s return on investment and she has a killer track record to back it up. Devin is also very well versed in new construction. She has assisted many builders throughout the triangle with different projects and neighborhoods and truly understands the ins and outs of the new construction process.

She sees the team's move to Compass as a key contender and value proposition for clients. Being a part of a tech-driven firm that utilizes platforms and programs that no other firm has dreamt of creating, ensures that her clients stand out.

Connect with Devin on Instagram

https://www.thecoleygroup.com/about/devin-curlings

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The "rules" for succeeding on social media have changed (and will continue to change) as new platforms are released. What worked five years ago to grow your Instagram account may not work as well today. But don't worry. I brought social media extraordinaire and influencer Amber Miller on the podcast to share her tips for achieving massive success online. What the heck is a niche, and do I need one? What does it mean to be consistent? Do I really have to use every new feature Instagram puts out? How do I make money on social media? Amber answers these questions and so much more. Enjoy! 

Amber Miller is the CEO of Pretty as Peaches LLC — a social media marketing and digital advertising company. She is also the co-owner of Double Tap Marketing LLC, an Account Manager for Power Move Marketing, the Marketing Specialist for the City of Suffolk, Virginia, and a shareholder and marketing advisor for Armed Forces Brewing Company.

Connect with Amber on Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, and Facebook

Check out her website: prettyaspeaches.com

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Still on the fence about whether or not you should start building an email list? Not sure how to grow the list you already have? If your goal is to turn your email list into raving fans and customers, this episode is for you! Tarzan Kay is a former copywriter-for-hire who specializes in emails that are fun to read and more addictive than Netflix. She joins me to discuss how you can get the most out of your email marketing campaigns. Hear why email marketing is so important for businesses (regardless of their size), and learn how to write emails people actually want to read. Listen to the end to find out what Tarzan believes is the key metric you should look at when evaluating how well your emails are performing. Enjoy!

Want to learn more? Tarzan's online courses teach how to write story-based copy and make consistent sales from a small email list without using fear or FOMO. Her company’s mission is to make high-integrity marketing the new status quo for online businesses.

Connect with Tarzan Kay on Instagram and Facebook

Check out her website: tarzankay.com

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Today I'm joined by Rita Julian to discuss why it's important for business owners to understand how their business is doing financially. Rita is a highly motivated and organized bookkeeping professional with a 4-year accounting degree and a Masters in Business. In this episode, she shares her recommendations for accounting software and tools and explains some accounting terminology you may be less familiar with. We also discuss how to know when it's time to hire employees and contractors to help support your business, how to prepare for tax season and some of the benefits of hiring a bookkeeper versus doing it yourself. Enjoy!

Connect with Rita on Instagram

Check out her website: julianbookkeeping.com

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For anyone who is going after a big financial goal on your own...this episode is for you. Dyana King is the founder of Money Boss Mama LLC. In this episode, she shares how she was able to pay off $35K worth of debt while raising two kids on a single income. Hear some of her best strategies for managing your finances using a behavior-based budget. We even discussed the benefits of hiring your children as employees of your small business #hirethemkids! Lastly, Dyana shares some questions you should ask during the dating phase to determine whether or not you're financially compatible with a potential partner. Whether you have kids yet or not, you'll learn a lot during this episode. Enjoy! 

Connect with Dyana on Instagram
Check out Money Boss Mama on YouTube

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Today I'm sitting down with author Ashley Feinstein Gerstley to learn more about how women can thrive financially. We discuss everything from getting clear on your money goals to investing, insurance, credit scores, debt, and everything in between. Her book, Financial Adulting, is a guide that breaks down everything you need to be a financially confident and conscious adult. This episode is a 101 crash course (or rapid-fire style interview) of everything she learned while writing it. She is also a money coach, author of The 30-Day Money Cleanse, and the Founder of the Fiscal Femme, a money platform on a mission to end inequality through financial well-being. Enjoy! 

Connect with Ashley on Instagram and TikTok
Check out her book: Financial Adulting

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Gina Galeoto is the content QUEEN creators go to to learn how to create impactful content. In this episode, she shares her best tips for aspiring creators on how to get started in this space. From cultivating the right mindset to niching down, planning out your content, monetizing, and everything in between. This episode is jam-packed with pretty much everything you need to know to be successful on social media. Enjoy!

Connect with Gina on TikTok and Instagram
Work with Gina: Stan.store/ginagaleoto

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Like many recent grads, Diana Farmen had no idea how much college was truly going to cost. After pursuing her dream career as a teacher, she had accumulated $200K in student loan debt. In this episode, Diana shares how she was able to pay it all off in just 5 years. Hint - it took a lot of hard work and sacrifice! Since then, she's putting her money towards new ventures, including house hacking. Hear how to get started if this is something you're curious about. Enjoy!

Connect with Diana on Instagram: @dianaonadime
Visit Diana's Website: Diana on a Dime
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Today I'm joined by Ayana Lage, a lifestyle blogger and freelance writer based in Tampa, FL. What I love most about Ayana is she keeps it real. She writes honest, relatable content about motherhood, mental health, social justice, and everyday life on her blog and hosts the Asked By Ayana podcast, a show focused on dream jobs and career journeys. In this episode, Ayana shares her top tips for monetizing your blog and social media accounts, finding brands to work with, managing your time as a content creator, and staying true to yourself as your brand grows. Enjoy!

Check out Ayana's blog: xo, ayana

Connect with Ayana on Instagram: @ayanagabriellelage

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Say it with me in your best Cardi B voice, "I make money moves!" Today, I'm joined by Taylor from Imperfect Taylor. Three years ago, she started an Instagram account to document her debt-free journey and officially paid off $60k of student loan debt in 2020! Since then, she's been creating content around personal development, focusing on the topics of money, health, and career for determined women everywhere.

We had such a fun conversation about the reality of what happens after you pay off all your debt, why it's okay to pivot, how to take action towards your goals, and why you should be proud of yourself along this crazy journey called life. Enjoy! 

Taylor's Blog: ImperfectTaylor.com

Connect with Taylor on Instagram @ImperfectTaylor

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