Off Grid with Zoey B

What happens when you quit your six-figure job with no backup plan—but a whole lot of faith? In this powerful episode of Off Grid with Zoey B, we sit down with Jessica Khani, a former healthcare executive turned real estate entrepreneur, who bet everything on herself—and won.

Jessica walks us through her inspiring journey from burnout and hustle culture to becoming the CEO of a thriving short-term rental business. With 12 doors in just a few years, she’s built a life filled with intentionality, design, and freedom—all while staying rooted in her “why.”

💡 Inside this episode:

• How Jessica knew it was time to walk away from her corporate career
• The bold vision that fueled her when she had no income and no plan B
• Scaling a short-term rental business while prioritizing purpose and peace
• Building a luxury brand that blends hospitality, design, and deep guest connection
• How her faith and mindset were her greatest tools during uncertainty
• Why she’s obsessed with buying back her time—and how she does it

Jessica’s story is a masterclass in trusting your gut, living with intention, and redefining what success really looks like. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to leave the “safe” path and build something that’s truly yours—this episode is your permission slip.

🎧 Press play and get ready to believe bigger.

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In this episode of Off Grid with Zoey B, we sit down with investor, entrepreneur, and mindset strategist Gil Chan, who’s on a mission to help high-achieving professionals escape burnout and build aligned, purpose-driven wealth through real estate.

Gil shares how he went from following the traditional success script—climbing the corporate ladder in New York finance—to rewriting the rules entirely. After launching multiple ventures and learning the hard way that hustle without alignment leads to burnout, Gil pivoted toward a more intentional path—leveraging real estate, coaching, and lifestyle design to create lasting impact and freedom.

💡 In this episode, we cover:

• Gil’s story of burnout, breakthrough, and building a business that feels good
• How he and his wife scaled to over 15 STR units in just a few years
• The mindset blocks that keep many entrepreneurs from truly scaling
• What financial freedom actually looks like (hint: it’s not about the number of doors)
• How to design a business and life around values, not just income
• The power of self-regulation, strategic partnerships, and investing in community

Whether you’re deep in the 9-to-5 grind or already on your entrepreneurial journey, Gil’s story is a powerful reminder that wealth is about more than money—and that success doesn’t have to come at the expense of your health, marriage, or joy.

🎧 Tune in and learn how to build a life and portfolio that align with who you truly are.

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In this episode of Off Grid, Zoey sits down with her very first mentee, Holly Neuens, to reflect on an extraordinary journey from college senior to successful short-term rental owner and corporate sales professional, all by the age of 26.

Holly shares how a personal finance masterclass in college sparked her obsession with building wealth, how she bought her first property at 22, and why she and her fiancé chose a 16-person rental in Northern Michigan over an engagement ring (spoiler alert: they got both in the end!). Together, they dive deep into what it really takes to juggle a demanding 9-to-5, grow a real estate portfolio, plan a wedding, and still stay way ahead financially.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why Holly prioritized financial literacy in her early 20s
• How she bought a condo solo at 22 with just 5% down
• The story behind her massive STR win and how she beat her projections by 19%
• How she turned personal finance discipline into real estate success
• The real costs (and real wins) of self-managing a 16-person short-term rental
• The power of community, mentorship, and planning over impulse

Whether you're in your 20s looking to buy your first home, juggling a career while building passive income, or just craving a roadmap from someone doing it with heart and hustle, Holly’s story will give you the inspiration and blueprint you didn’t know you needed.

🎧 Tune in to hear how long-term vision and short-term rentals go hand in hand.

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In this episode of Off Grid with Zoey B, we sit down with Janel Gallucci—short-term rental investor, consultant, and educator—who walked away from the golden hamster wheel of corporate life in San Francisco to build a real estate business rooted in freedom, strategy, and intention.

Janel shares how a burnout cure disguised as a Lake Tahoe cabin turned into a profitable STR, a thriving personal brand, and a growing portfolio including her now-viral Ocean Springs property—the most wish-listed Airbnb in Mississippi. From a corporate sales leader at LinkedIn to a mentor guiding others on the same path, Janel opens up about how intentional design, powerful partnerships, and Friday planning breakfasts with her husband are at the heart of her success.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why replacing your income is possible with fewer properties than you think
• Her journey from corporate to consulting—and what came next
• How she found and launched her viral Mississippi oceanfront rental
• The design and marketing investments that unlocked wild success
• How she and her husband goal-set over eggs and coffee
• Building while planning a wedding, starting a new build, and more

Whether you're juggling your 9-to-5 and dreaming of freedom, or looking to elevate your short-term rental strategy with serious intention, Janel’s story is proof that lifestyle, legacy, and cash flow can all coexist—with the right plan.

Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

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What do you get when you mix a former youth pastor, a YouTuber, and a dad of four with a relentless work ethic? You get Matt Krueger—aka rental.cashflow—who traded his 9-to-5 for financial freedom through house hacking, short-term rentals, and social media storytelling.

In this episode of Off Grid with Zoey B, Matt shares how he and his wife went from scraping by on $35K a year to building a thriving real estate portfolio and retiring in their 30s—while homeschooling four kids and creating a lifestyle they love. From buying a $90K grandma-style house with shag carpet to launching STRs in a market everyone told him to avoid, Matt proves that creativity and grit trump flashy strategies every time.

We unpack:

• His leap from long-term to short-term rentals (and what sparked it)
• How his first Airbnb made $60K+ in year one
• Building a high-cashflow portfolio in a non-tourist market
• What it’s like running a real estate business with your spouse—and your kids
• Growing a personal brand and monetizing it
• Why he's not chasing more doors—and how contentment fuels his success

If you're a family-first investor, a budding creator, or someone trying to escape the 9-to-5 hamster wheel, Matt's story will motivate you to take action—without sacrificing what matters most.

🔗 Follow Matt on all platforms @rental.cashflow and be the first to hear about his upcoming mentorship program!

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Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

Get Zoey’s free resources for her listenings and stay in the know with the monthly Rooted Report here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/tools

Exclusive discounts and free trials from brands Zoey loves for her listeners. Unlock them here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/resources-

Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

Get Zoey’s free resources for her listenings and stay in the know with the monthly Rooted Report here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/tools

Exclusive discounts and free trials from brands Zoey loves for her listeners. Unlock them here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/resources-

In this episode of Off Grid with Zoey B, we sit down with the powerhouse behind some of the most iconic short-term rentals in Upstate New York—Madi. Known for her unmatched eye for design, next-level underwriting skills, and lightning-fast execution, Madi shares the behind-the-scenes journey of how she and her partner Skyler built a thriving real estate business from scratch.

From discovering rental arbitrage via a chatty Uber driver in San Francisco to flipping and living in a “sneaky duplex” in Big Bear, to now dominating the Upstate NY STR scene—Madi brings the receipts and the strategy. You'll learn how she went from startup life to analyzing nationwide deals, why she's obsessed with old homes and waterfront properties, and how she curates properties that are not just beautiful but wildly profitable.

💥 What You’ll Learn:

• How to trust your gut when the numbers don’t tell the full story
• Creating a branded STR portfolio that speaks directly to your ideal guest
• Madi’s go-to strategy for furnishing, photographing, and launching homes FAST
• Why design is more than aesthetics—it’s a marketing weapon
• Lessons from running mega-homes and tips for staying ahead in today’s market

Whether you're an investor, host, or just love a good real estate glow-up, this episode is packed with insight, strategy, and aesthetic inspiration.

🎧 Tune in and take notes—Madi doesn’t gatekeep.

Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

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In this inspiring episode of Off Grid, Zoe B sits down with Emily and Spencer, the dynamic duo behind Keeping It Real Estate and Stellar Escape Rentals. From a speech therapist and a motion graphics designer to full-time real estate entrepreneurs, Emily and Spencer reveal how they built a thriving short-term rental business and transitioned Emily out of her 9-to-5 in less than two years.

You’ll hear how a single webinar sparked their journey into rental arbitrage, how they landed a creative seller-financed mountain home, and why buying a duplex changed the game. They break down the mindset shifts, strategic plays, and creative income streams—like property management, coaching, and real estate photography—that helped them build financial freedom and a lifestyle they love.

If you’re dreaming of designing your own path, managing properties, or building wealth through real estate—this episode is packed with gold. 💡

Topics Covered:

• The reality of pivoting careers into real estate
• Getting started with rental arbitrage (and making it profitable!)
• How they used creative financing to buy in a hot market
• Building multiple income streams within the STR space
• The underrated power of professional photography
• Finding deals (and freedom) even in high-price markets like Colorado

🎧 Hit play and get ready to take notes—this is one of those episodes you’ll come back to again and again.

Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

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Ready to hear the full story behind Cabin in the Canyon? From buying the worst house in the neighborhood to building over half a million in equity in just 15 months.

What started as a spontaneous stop on a bike ride turned into one of the riskiest and most rewarding projects we’ve ever taken on. In this episode, I’m breaking down the numbers, the mistakes, and the moments that made it all worth it (including the surprise twist: we found out we were pregnant when we said 😅).

And if you’re dreaming about doing something similar, you’ll hear a bit about how I help others do this through the Rooted In Rentals Mentorship—because yes, you can build a lifestyle-first real estate portfolio, even with kids.

If you're curious about STR strategy, BRRR-style equity plays, or what it really takes to renovate a property while growing your family—this one’s for you. 

We cover:
 ▪️ How we found the cabin (spoiler: it wasn’t on Zillow)
 ▪️ Our financing and renovation game plan
 ▪️ The costs, the wins, and the things we’ll never do again
 ▪️ Why STR tax loopholes changed our whole outlook
 ▪️ Proof that yes—you can do wild things with kids in tow

👉 Don’t forget to check out the Cabin Renovation highlight on Instagram for the before-and-afters.

Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

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Exclusive discounts and free trials from brands Zoey loves for her listeners. Unlock them here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/resources-

Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

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Steph Weber is best known for helping entrepreneurs grow bold, bankable brands through The Weber Co. and podcast Branded and Booked—but today, she’s sharing a different kind of story.

In this honest, heart-filled conversation, Steph sits down with Zoey to talk about navigating her most recent pivots: becoming a mom, getting into real estate, and shifting how she shows up in business. From growing her family to building a brand aligned with her future vision, Steph is laying the foundation for long-term momentum. Click play as Steph opens up about what’s working, what’s hard, and what it really means to evolve.

💬 We talk about:

• The emotional and logistical shift of becoming a parent as a founder
  
  
• What drew Steph into real estate and how she’s co-hosting properties
  
  
• How her business has changed post-baby—and how she’s handling it
  
  
• The messy, beautiful journey of redefining what success looks like

Connect with Steph:

• Instagram: @theweberco
• Podcast: Branded and Booked
• Website: theweberco.com

Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

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Exclusive discounts and free trials from brands Zoey loves for her listeners. Unlock them here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/resources-

Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

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In this solo episode, I’m sharing the exact habits and mindset shifts that helped me go from earning $500/month at 21 to building multiple income streams, creating a lifestyle-aligned business, and experiencing real financial freedom. If you’re ready to stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling empowered when it comes to money—this episode is for you.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Why tracking your expenses (yes, even the tiny ones) is a game-changer
  
  
• How no-buy months and $100 fun budgets helped me rewire my spending habits
  
  
• The real reason my savings goals used to fall short—and what changed
  
  
• Why I swear by a high-yield savings account and how I use mine
  
  
• The easiest way I started investing (with no financial background)
  
  
• How I use credit cards strategically to earn free travel and boost my credit
  
  
• Why it’s not about how much you make—but what you do with it

Tune in to hear how the same habits I started with at 21 still shape my financial life today—and how they can work for you too.

Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

Get Zoey’s free resources for her listenings and stay in the know with the monthly Rooted Report here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/tools

Exclusive discounts and free trials from brands Zoey loves for her listeners. Unlock them here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/resources

Ready to build a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio? Apply for the Rooted in Rentals Mentorship and Interview with Zoey to join the community: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/rnrmentorship

Get Zoey’s free resources for her listenings and stay in the know with the monthly Rooted Report here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/tools

Exclusive discounts and free trials from brands Zoey loves for her listeners. Unlock them here: https://www.zoeyberghoff.com/resources-