She was balancing a 9–5 job, a PhD program, motherhood…

And still opened a luxury senior living home.

In this episode of The Housing Dept. Podcast, Selena shares how she built her independent living business in Houston, Texas—from pitching landlords with confidence to navigating the permit process and creating housing that actually feels like home.

We also talk about what it takes to get started before you feel fully ready, why relationships matter in this business, and how she’s building both luxury and low-income housing options to serve different communities.

What we cover:

• How Selena opened a luxury senior living home in Texas
• Balancing a 9–5 job, family, school, and business
• How to confidently pitch landlords for group homes
• The process of opening a group home in Texas
• Texas permits and regulations explained
• How to market and build referral partnerships
• Where to find affordable furniture and setup supplies
• Lessons from managing residents with mental health challenges
• Why “doing it scared” is sometimes the only way forward

If you’ve been waiting until life feels less busy or more perfect… this episode is your reminder to start anyway.

👉 Trying to figure out how to actually get your first home up and running?
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Most business owners wait until tax season to think about their taxes…

And by then, it’s already too late.

In this episode of The Housing Dept. Podcast, Julia breaks down the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make with taxes, how wealthy people use tax planning to build wealth, and why business owners should stop treating taxes like a once-a-year conversation.

We also dive into tax strategies specifically for people in the housing and real estate space—including what renters vs property owners should know, how to track deductions properly, and why organization matters more than most people realize.

What we cover:

• The biggest tax mistakes business owners make
• Why tax planning should happen year-round
• How real estate and housing operators can maximize deductions
• Tax strategies for renters vs property owners
• How to properly track mileage and business expenses
• Why record-keeping matters more than people think
• The difference between tax preparation and tax strategy
• How wealthy people legally reduce taxes over time

If you’ve been putting off getting organized financially… this episode is your wake-up call.

👉 Trying to build your business the right way from the beginning?
Inside the community, we talk about more than just housing—we help you understand the systems behind building long-term wealth: https://www.skool.com/thd

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She opened 3 group homes in just a few months…

But her journey started long before that.

In this episode of The Housing Dept. Podcast, Kendra shares how her past experience with homelessness inspired her to create safe and stable housing for others through independent living homes.

We break down how she went from running a home care agency to launching multiple group homes, what she learned about marketing before securing a property, and how she filled one of her homes almost immediately after opening.

What we cover:

• How Kendra opened 3 group homes in a short amount of time
• Why marketing before getting a property matters
• How to find landlord partners through Zillow
• The difference between marketing in the right vs wrong area
• How to fill your home faster through outreach and follow-up
• Managing group homes while running another business
• Tips for screening residents and building a healthy home environment
• Why persistence matters when landlords keep saying no

If you’ve been waiting for the “perfect time” to start… this episode will push you to take action.

👉 Want to learn how to market your home before you even get the property?We break down the exact process step-by-step inside the community:
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She used to pray people wouldn’t answer the phone…

Now she’s confidently speaking on stages and pitching organizations.

In this episode of The Housing Dept. Podcast, Rocky shares her powerful journey from foster care and homelessness to launching Fernandez’s Place—a supportive housing program rooted in purpose, compassion, and faith.

We talk about overcoming fear, learning how to market as an introvert, and what happened after a devastating fire nearly stopped everything she had worked for.

This episode is about resilience, growth, and becoming the version of yourself your calling requires.

What we cover:

• How to market your group home as an introvert
• Overcoming fear when making calls and pitching organizations
• How Rocky went from hanging up calls to speaking on stages
• The importance of confidence and repetition in marketing
• How faith helped her keep going after losing her property in a fire
• The story behind Fernandez’s Place and why it means so much
• Why your story and struggles can become someone else’s hope
• How personal growth impacts your business success

If fear has been holding you back from getting started… this episode is for you.

👉 If marketing, networking, or outreach feels intimidating right now, you’re not alone. Inside the community, we help you build confidence while taking action step-by-step: https://www.skool.com/thd

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What if this business isn’t just about money…

But about purpose?

In this episode of The Housing Dept. Podcast, George shares how he started his independent living home from his own house—without having extra resources, and while going through major personal challenges.

We dive into how he discovered his purpose through serving others, why faith plays a role in this business, and what it really looks like to keep going—even when life is happening at the same time.

This episode is different.
It’s not just strategy—it’s perspective.

What we cover:

• How to start a group home from your own home
• Finding your purpose through serving others
• Why you don’t need everything figured out to begin
• The role of faith and mindset in building your business
• How to keep going during personal challenges
• Why marketing is about planting seeds (not instant results)
• How to build confidence when you’re just starting out
• The importance of being authentic when talking to partners

If you’ve been waiting to feel “ready”… this might change how you see everything.

👉 If you’re trying to get started but feel stuck or unsure where to begin, this will help you take your first step: https://www.skool.com/thd

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She runs 3 group homes…

In a state she doesn’t even live in.

In this episode of The Housing Dept. Podcast, Katrina Robinson breaks down how she built and operates multiple independent living homes in Texas—while living in California.

We dive into how she got started, the systems she uses to run her homes remotely, and how she scaled from making $200/month on a rental to generating thousands in cash flow through shared housing.

What we cover:

• How to run group homes in another state (step-by-step)
• The systems needed to operate remotely
• How to market to caseworkers and fill your home fast
• Why email marketing + follow-up is key
• How to hire an operations manager and build your team
• Buying vs renting for your first group home
• How to screen residents and manage your home from afar
• Time management strategies to balance business, family, and life

If you’ve ever thought you had to be local to start… this will change how you see the business.

👉 Want to learn how to run your homes without being there every day?See how we structure it step-by-step inside:https://www.skool.com/thd

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Her first group home failed…

Now she operates 20+ homes across multiple states.

In this episode of The Housing Dept. Podcast, Evie shares how she went from starting with nothing to building a multi-state group home and shared housing business—while staying rooted in purpose and service.

We break down how she pivoted after failure, built her first profitable setup from home, and scaled into licensed homes, real estate ownership, and multiple income streams.

What we cover:

• How to start a group home (even after failing the first time)
• The host home model and how it can generate income fast
• How to scale a group home business across multiple states
• The difference between licensed and unlicensed group homes
• How to build systems and teams to manage multiple homes
• Creative ways to make money (real estate, service stacking, partnerships)
• Why faith, purpose, and persistence matter in this business

If you’ve ever felt like you’re starting over… this episode will remind you to keep going.

👉 Still figuring out how to get started? We walk you through it step-by-step here: https://www.skool.com/thd

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Trying to figure this business out on your own…

Is exactly what keeps most people stuck.

In this episode of The Housing Dept. Podcast, Sandra shares how she spent years researching before finally opening her first group home—and why she wishes she had started sooner with the right support around her.

We break down the challenges of getting started alone, how she found her first property, and what changed once she plugged into a community of people doing the same thing.

What we cover:

• Why trying to start a group home alone slows you down
• The biggest mistakes beginners make (over-researching, waiting too long)
• How to find a property for your first group home
• How to furnish your home on a budget
• What residents actually care about (and what they don’t)
• The realities of running a group home day-to-day
• Why “imperfect action” is the key to getting started
• How community and support can accelerate your growth

If you’ve been trying to figure everything out on your own… this is your wake-up call.

👉 Want the system, templates, and real support to start faster?Join The Housing Dept. Community (formerly Kingdom Housing):https://www.skool.com/thd

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She filled her entire group home…

Without making a single cold call.

In this episode of The Housing Dept. Podcast, Janelle shares how she used her existing skills, platforms like Roomies and Zillow, and a simple setup strategy to get her first independent living home fully occupied.

We also break down how she found her property, why she chose to buy instead of rent, and how she’s already preparing to scale into more homes.

What we cover:

• How to fill a group home without cold calling
• Using platforms like Zillow and Roomies to find residents
• How to buy a property for shared housing
• Furnishing one room at a time (instead of everything upfront)
• How to screen residents and maintain a good house environment
• What to expect when running your first home
• Tax sale properties and how to find deals
• Why taking action beats waiting to “figure it all out”

If you’ve been overthinking marketing or afraid to reach out… this is your sign to start anyway.

👉 Want the system, templates, and support to start and grow your homes?Join The Housing Dept. Community (formerly Kingdom Housing):

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It wasn’t a new idea…

It was a vision she carried for 10 years—until she finally took action.

In this episode of The Housing Dept. Podcast, Janielle shares how she launched her group home in less than 2 weeks, even without having everything figured out. She breaks down how she overcame fear, used the resources around her, and stepped into the vision she knew she was called to build.

We also talk about finding your niche, building relationships in your community, and why you don’t need a lot of money to get started.

What we cover:

• How to start a group home fast (even without experience)
• Why you don’t need a lot of money to get started
• How to overcome fear and finally take action
• How to find your niche in shared housing
• Using relationships and community to grow faster
• Lessons from running a home care agency + housing business
• Why “done is better than perfect” in this business

If you’ve been sitting on an idea for years… this is your sign to move.

👉 Want the exact system, templates, and support to get started faster?
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