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From 1 to 41 Doors: How Amelia McGee Scaled Her Real Estate Portfolio


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If you’re ready to supercharge your real estate game, this episode with Amelia McGee is a must-listen! Amelia started with just one flip in 2019, and in only 5 short years, she’s built an impressive 41-door portfolio. But what’s even more inspiring is how she did it: through powerful partnerships and a focus on the hidden gem of midterm rentals.


In this episode, Amelia takes us behind the scenes on how she found her groove in midterm rentals. She shares exactly what she looks for in a property (and spoiler alert – it’s not just about cash flow!). Plus, her insider tips on structuring partnerships and making mindset shifts will leave you feeling empowered to take your business to the next level.


Amelia has a unique belief: there’s more money out there than good deals – and she’s sharing how that mindset has been a game-changer for her. We also dive into her passion for building community, her co-authored book, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people to fuel your growth.


Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just dipping your toes into real estate, this episode is packed with gems that will get you excited and ready to take action. Grab your notebook because you won’t want to miss Amelia’s game-changing strategies for scaling your portfolio and living the life you’ve always dreamed of!


HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY POINTS:


[01:50] A short introduction about our guest Amelia McGee

[02:49] Amelia shares how she was introduced to the world of real estate

[05:05] How did Amelia gain the knowledge to successfully flip properties

[07:20] Amelia’s mindset shift from an investor to a business owner

[10:16] Amelia’s shares her journey of transitioning from flipping to building a 41-Door Portfolio

[13:17] What strategies can investors use to build strong and trustworthy partnerships in real estate

[16:54] How Amelia learned how to talk about what she’s offering as a business partner

[18:38] Amelia’s real estate portfolio and what factors influenced her choice of rental strategy 

[19:54] Why Amelia loves midterm rentals and how she decides which operational approach to apply

[22:29] Amelia shares her property acquisition strategy

[27:19] Amelia talks about her book and her co-author Grace Gudenkauf

[30:05] The importance of intentionality in shaping one's future as an entrepreneur

[31:43] How Amelia conquers challenges as a self-managing real estate investor through community support

[36:00] The lightning round


Golden Nuggets:


  • “I think good entrepreneurs realize opportunities and can act on them.”
  • “Being intentional about what you want in your future as an entrepreneur is so incredibly important.”
  • “I feel like as an investor or an entrepreneur or someone just getting started, you almost have to have a little bit of audacity;  like audacity to believe in yourself that you can do these crazy, big things.”
  • “There's a lot more money out there than there are operators. So money is not the hurdle. The hurdle is finding good deals and finding deals that make money and will continue to appreciate.”
  • Let’s Connect:

    Instagram - ameliajorei 

    https://www.instagram.com/ameliajorei/?hl=en

    wiire.community https://www.instagram.com/wiire.community/?hl=en


    Resources Mentioned: 


    • Self-Managing Landlord

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