Matricia Jackson is a powerhouse in Chicago real estate with almost 30 years of experience as a broker, investor, mentor, and educator. She’s the founder of Matricia Jackson & Co. and We Wealthy University—both focused on helping families and professionals build real estate wealth with strategy and confidence.

Her mission? To make ownership possible and profitable—for everyone. From first-time homebuyers to seasoned investors, Matricia brings hands-on expertise, strong negotiation skills, and heart to every deal.

She leads a top-producing team, hosts wealth-building masterminds, and continues to grow her own investment portfolio across Illinois and beyond. When she’s not closing deals, she’s pouring into her community, spending time with her family, or coaching her agents toward their next level.

In this episode, Dante and Matricia discuss:

• Why mentorship is crucial for success in real estate
• The real steps to start building wealth through homeownership
• Why “neutral market” doesn’t mean “no opportunity”
• Mistakes new investors make and how to avoid emotional buying
• How Matricia empowers underserved communities through education and coaching

Key Takeaways: 

• Mentorship is a game-changer. Shadowing experienced professionals helps you navigate real estate’s complexities faster and avoid the kind of missteps that cost time and money.
• Start with your ‘why’ before making a move. Partnering with a strategic real estate advisor who understands your goals sets the foundation for smart, intentional wealth building.
• Emotions have no place in your investment math. Many new investors make the mistake of falling in love with a deal—successful ones stick to the numbers and plan for the unexpected.
• It’s not a buyer’s market. It’s not a seller’s market. According to Matricia, it’s a neutral market—full of opportunities for buyers, sellers, and investors alike, if they know where to look.
• Closing the wealth gap starts long before closing day. Educating communities, debunking myths, and teaching financial literacy early on are essential to expanding access to homeownership.

“If you never get started, you will never know how it feels to begin to build wealth.” - Matricia Jackson

Connect with Matricia Jackson:

Website: https://www.matriciajackson.com/ 

Phone: (708) 680-6605 

Connect with Dante Royster:

Website: https://www.danteroyster.com/

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Mission Statement: Epic Spotlight shines a light on the truths behind love, happiness, health, and wealth. Hosted by America’s Mortgage Expert and author Dante Royster, this podcast delivers bold insights to help you grow and build your most epic life.

The 9 states that Epic Mortgage is licensed in are: Illinois/Indiana/Michigan/Colorado/Maryland/Virginia/Florida/Georgia/Texas

Show notes by Podcastologist: Angelo Paul Tagama

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