EPISODE 551: You have money to invest but no idea where to start? We got you!

If you're ready to invest but uncertain about the next step, this week’s episode of The InvestHER Podcast is for you.

In it, we provide you with our simple three-step formula to help you make confident investment decisions. 

Listen in now and learn:

• How to choose between passive and active investing 
• The best skills to leverage that can help make your real estate investments a success
• Why waiting for perfection is a big no-no

… and a lot more.

Are you ready to get into real estate investing with confidence?

Then tune in now!

Key Takeaways: 

Introduction (00:00)

Active vs passive investing (00:51)

Leverage your skills (08:11)

One step at a time (13:26)

Additional Resources:

Join the InvestHER Community

At InvestHER, we believe every woman has the birthright to become financially free. Our platform empowers women with the knowledge, skills, and support system they need to make confident investment decisions and build generational wealth.

✅ InvestHER Assessment: Take this 5 min quizz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start here

✅  Live Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register here

✅  InvestHER Plus: Leverage AI and Network with purpose. Built for driven real estate investors who understand the value of strategic relationships and refuse to waste time connecting with the wrong people Discover all the benefits and join today!

✅ InvestHER CON - The #1 premier conference for women in Real Estate! This in-person conference is curated for women investors like you to break the cycle of investing alone. Here, you’ll cultivate a supportive network of women playing at the same level. Register now!

✅ STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by Design Not Default. Grow your real estate portfolio with proven strategies and powerful connections. Doors Open in June and December. Apply here!

💡 Need help? Submit a support ticket here: Get Help

Let’s grow together!

Liz & Andresa

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The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!

EPISODE 553: Getting your message to land the way you want is not always easy, especially when you’re trying to connect with others in a meaningful way.

In this episode, we are joined by Sharon Zehavi, an expert speaker coach who has helped over 700 people land TEDx talks and master the art of impactful communication and brand management.

Sharon shares her vast experience on how to truly communicate with clarity and confidence. She reveals how speaking with authenticity is key to building trust and connecting with your audience.

Sharon also discusses the challenges women face in communication, the importance of focusing on what your audience cares about, and how to make sure your message lands.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why first impressions matter more than you think
• The power of authenticity in communication, without the need to overshare
• How to boost your confidence by focusing on your mission and your audience
• Why audience awareness is crucial to delivering your message effectively
• Tips for building trust through clear, intentional communication

Listen in now and learn how to communicate so your voice is heard and your message is understood. 

Key Takeaways:  

Introduction (00:00)

Women's communication challenges (05:48)

Building authentic confidence (07:17)

Trust and audience connection (10:12)

Problem-solution framework (26:28)

Real estate investment application (29:25)

Leadership through communication (31:08)

Additional Resources:

⚡ Connect with Sharon Zehavi

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-zehavi/

Website: https://sexupyourbrand.com/

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⚡InvestHER Con is MORE than a traditional real estate conference. It’s a full circle transformational experience created with the women investors’ needs, desires and schedule in mind.

Get your ticket now: https://investhercon.therealestateinvesther.com/

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⚡ Join the InvestHER Community

At InvestHER, we believe every woman has the birthright to become financially free. Our platform empowers women with the knowledge, skills, and support system they need to make confident investment decisions and build generational wealth.

✅ InvestHER Assessment: Take this 5-min quizz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start here

✅ Live Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register here

✅ InvestHER Plus: Leverage AI and Network with purpose. Built for driven real estate investors who understand the value of strategic relationships and refuse to waste time connecting with the wrong people. Discover all the benefits and join today!

✅ InvestHER CON - The #1 premier conference for women in Real Estate! This in-person conference is curated for women investors like you to break the cycle of investing alone. Here, you’ll cultivate a supportive network of women playing at the same level. Register now!

✅ STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by Design Not Default. Grow your real estate portfolio with proven strategies and powerful connections. Doors Open in June and December. Apply here!

💡 Need help? Submit a support ticket here: Get Help

Let’s grow together!

Liz & Andresa

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The InvestHER Podcast is dedicated to driven women ready to take control of their financial future whether by actively building a real estate portfolio or passively leveraging investment opportunities to diversify.

Hosts Liz Faircloth and Andresa Guidelli, with over two decades of investing experience, deliver authentic, raw conversations and no-BS mindset shifts from women who are walking the talk.

Each episode brings strategic insight, real-world stories, and powerful takeaways to help you grow your wealth and reclaim your time.

EPISODE 552: If you think auctions are risky or confusing, then we have some news for you: that mindset is costing you deals.

Many investors avoid auctions due to misconceptions, especially the belief that auction properties can’t be financed—but this is not always the case.

In fact, if you let go of these prejudices, you could even find your next star property in an auction!

To discuss this in more detail, we sit down with an expert, the amazing Melissa Bussey.

Melissa is the Executive Principal at Xome. With 18 years of experience in foreclosure and auction sales, particularly in the buying and selling of properties through auction, she is a treasure trove of tips about all things auctions.

In this episode, she discusses:

• Which auction properties can be financed
• Why Xome is the perfect due diligence tool
• How reserve prices work
• The unique tools Xome offers real estate investors

… and so much more.

Ready to unlock the world of auction opportunities?

Let’s dive in!

Key Takeaways: 

Introduction (00:00)

Misconceptions about auctions (00:39)

How to be more confident in the auction process (03:57)

How to sell with Xome (12:21)

Success stories from Melissa (19:23)

How to source your future properties from Xome (23:02)

How to build your confidence in buying properties on auction (28:22)

Additional Resources:

⚡ Connect with Melissa

Learn more about Melissa’s work: https://www.xome.com/ 

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⚡It’s time to rethink auctions.

Xome is transforming real estate investing with their tech-enabled, data-driven marketplace. They provide investors with full transparency and hands-on control throughout the entire buying and selling process. 

Level up your investment strategy with unparalleled support and actionable insights that help you make smarter decisions every step of the way and see for yourself why Xome is where real estate deals get done. 

Learn more: https://www.xome.com/investher

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⚡ Join the InvestHER Community

At InvestHER, we believe every woman has the birthright to become financially free. Our platform empowers women with the knowledge, skills, and support system they need to make confident investment decisions and build generational wealth.

✅ InvestHER Assessment: Take this 5 min quizz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start here

✅  Live Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register here

✅  InvestHER Plus: Leverage AI and Network with purpose. Built for driven real estate investors who understand the value of strategic relationships and refuse to waste time connecting with the wrong people Discover all the benefits and join today!

✅ InvestHER CON - The #1 premier conference for women in Real Estate! This in-person conference is curated for women investors like you to break the cycle of investing alone. Here, you’ll cultivate a supportive network of women playing at the same level. Register now!

✅ STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by Design Not Default. Grow your real estate portfolio with proven strategies and powerful connections. Doors Open in June and December. Apply here!

💡 Need help? Submit a support ticket here: Get Help

Let’s grow together!

Liz & Andresa

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The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!

EPISODE 551: Entrepreneurship is tough, especially for women balancing business, motherhood, and everything else.  

In this episode, we sit down with Kass Lazerow, a seasoned entrepreneur who’s built and sold multiple companies and invested in over 100 others.

Along with her husband, Mike, Kass co-authored Shoveling $hit, a book that explores the beautiful paradox of entrepreneurship, how the grind is both miserable and rewarding.

Kass shares personal stories, tough lessons, and invaluable insights on what it takes to thrive in the messy reality of building a business.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why entrepreneurship is like raising children or playing golf—full of setbacks but with rewarding wins
• How Kass learned to embrace the “shovel” and make decisions despite fear and doubt
• The power of transparency with employees during tough times
• How to handle conflict in partnerships and learn to pivot when necessary
• How to trust your gut and stop listening to your ego when making business decisions

Tune in for an honest and inspiring conversation on building a business from the ground up.

Key Takeaways: 

Introduction (00:00)

Learn to shovel (01:52)

Lessons from failures (03:33)

Transparency and trust in entrepreneurship (06:01)

Navigating decisions and overcoming ego (10:27)

The role of social media and entrepreneurship (17:40)

Partnerships and co-founding dynamics (20:02)

Vetting co-founders and conflict resolution (24:14)

Balancing ambition and motherhood (28:43)

Proudest moments and legacy (31:28)

Additional Resources:

⚡ Connect with Kass Lazerow

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kasslazerow/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kasslazerow/?hl=en

Shoveling $hit Book: https://www.amazon.com/Shoveling-Story-About-Entrepreneurs-Success/dp/B0FFPZ89Z1

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⚡InvestHER Con is MORE than a traditional real estate conference. It’s a full circle transformational experience created with the women investors’ needs, desires and schedule in mind.

Get your ticket now: https://investhercon.therealestateinvesther.com/

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⚡ Join the InvestHER Community

At InvestHER® we believe every woman has the birthright to become financially free. A platform where driven women investors gain access to strategic knowledge, real investment opportunities, and a high-level network.

✅ InvestHER Assessment: Take this 5-min quizz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start here

✅ Live Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register here

✅ InvestHER Plus: Leverage AI and Network with purpose. Built for driven real estate investors who understand the value of strategic relationships and refuse to waste time connecting with the wrong people. Discover all the benefits and join today!

✅ InvestHER CON - The #1 premier conference for women in Real Estate! This in-person conference is curated for women investors like you to break the cycle of investing alone. Here, you’ll cultivate a supportive network of women playing at the same level. Register now!

✅ STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by Design Not Default. Grow your real estate portfolio with proven strategies and powerful connections. Doors Open in June and December. Apply here!

💡 Need help? Submit a support ticket here: Get Help

Let’s grow together!

Liz & Andresa

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The InvestHER Podcast is dedicated to driven women ready to take control of their financial future whether by actively building a real estate portfolio or passively leveraging investment opportunities to diversify.

Hosts Liz Faircloth and Andresa Guidelli, with over two decades of investing experience, deliver authentic, raw conversations and no-BS mindset shifts from women who are walking the talk.

Each episode brings strategic insight, real-world stories, and powerful takeaways to help you grow your wealth and reclaim your time.

EPISODE 550: As a real estate investor and business owner, you’re always trying to stand out from the crowd and differentiate yourself from your competitors.

Many of us tend to try and do this through building a brand around our business—completely forgetting the power that comes with building a personal brand. 

A personal brand is a powerful tool that helps show your audience who you are and what you stand for. So how do you build one that resonates with you, your business, and most importantly, your clients?

This is exactly the question we ask our guest on the podcast this week, the amazing Stephanie Cartin.

Stephanie is a visionary serial entrepreneur, investor, podcast host, and mom who has dedicated her career to championing women founders. She created The Entreprenista League, a vibrant community offering essential resources and support for women at all stages of business.

In this episode, Stephanie will be sharing with us all her personal branding secrets. She’ll also be discussing how your personal brand can help you build trust, why authentic content resonates more with audiences everywhere, why relying solely on social platforms is a mistake, and much more.

Are you ready to build a brand with impact?

Then tune in now!

Key Takeaways: 

Introduction (00:00)

How to start building your personal brand (00:42)

Let’s talk about your personal brand (08:27)

How to holistically build your personal brand (15:48)

Don’t just rely on social platforms (20:49)

THIS is how you connect with people! (30:17)

Additional Resources:

⚡ Connect with Stephanie

Follow Stephanie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephjillcartin/ 

Follow Entreprenistas on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/entreprenistas/  

Follow Entreprenistas on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/entreprenistas/  

Learn more about Stephanie’s work: https://www.entreprenista.com/ 

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⚡ Join the InvestHER Community

At InvestHER, we believe every woman has the birthright to become financially free. Our platform empowers women with the knowledge, skills, and support system they need to make confident investment decisions and build generational wealth.

✅ InvestHER Assessment: Take this 5 min quizz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start here

✅  Live Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register here

✅  InvestHER Plus: Leverage AI and Network with purpose. Built for driven real estate investors who understand the value of strategic relationships and refuse to waste time connecting with the wrong people Discover all the benefits and join today!

✅ InvestHER CON - The #1 premier conference for women in Real Estate! This in-person conference is curated for women investors like you to break the cycle of investing alone. Here, you’ll cultivate a supportive network of women playing at the same level. Register now!

✅ STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by Design Not Default. Grow your real estate portfolio with proven strategies and powerful connections. Doors Open in June and December. Apply here!

💡 Need help? Submit a support ticket here: Get Help

Let’s grow together!

Liz & Andresa

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The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!

EPISODE 549: How many times have you gone to a website and instantly decided to leave? Now think about your own website: Is it building trust and credibility or is it costing you opportunities?

If your website is not user-friendly, then it is working against you—and that means it’s costing you clients and money you can’t afford to lose.

In this episode, we sit down with an expert, the brilliant Ari Krzyzek, CEO and Head of Strategy at Chykalophia, to discuss why investing in a well-designed, strategically planned website can increase trust, credibility, and lead generation, resulting in business success. 

Listen in as we discuss the importance of having a clear website strategy, why mobile optimization is a must, the best ways to build credibility and trust on your website, and so much more.

Are you ready to boost your business?

Then run, don’t walk, and listen to this episode now!

Key Takeaways: 

Introduction (00:00)

Why you need to invest into your website (00:40)

How your website can generate leads for you (03:00)

Avoid these mistakes at all costs (09:34)

How to get support (22:29)

One thing you can fix on your website TODAY (26:56)

Additional Resources:

⚡ Connect with Ari

Follow Ari on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ari.krzyzek/ 

Follow Chykalophia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chykalophia/ 

Follow Chykalophia on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chykalophia/ 

Learn more about Ari’s work: https://chykalophia.com/ 

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⚡ Join the InvestHER Community

At InvestHER, we believe every woman has the birthright to become financially free. Our platform empowers women with the knowledge, skills, and support system they need to make confident investment decisions and build generational wealth.

✅ InvestHER Assessment: Take this 5 min quizz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start here

✅  Live Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register here

✅  InvestHER Plus: Leverage AI and Network with purpose. Built for driven real estate investors who understand the value of strategic relationships and refuse to waste time connecting with the wrong people Discover all the benefits and join today!

✅ InvestHER CON - The #1 premier conference for women in Real Estate! This in-person conference is curated for women investors like you to break the cycle of investing alone. Here, you’ll cultivate a supportive network of women playing at the same level. Register now!

✅ STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by Design Not Default. Grow your real estate portfolio with proven strategies and powerful connections. Doors Open in June and December. Apply here!

💡 Need help? Submit a support ticket here: Get Help

Let’s grow together!

Liz & Andresa

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The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!

EPISODE 548: You’ve built a successful real estate business with an amazing portfolio, but have you learned how to let your business run without you?

Building a sustainable, sellable business in real estate requires more than a list of amazing properties—it requires rigorous processes, and most importantly, independence. 

To discuss this in more detail, we’ve invited an expert on this week’s episode of The InvestHER Podcast, Elaine Eason. 

Elaine is a seasoned entrepreneur and a business advisor with a track record of success in online businesses. She started her first profitable eCommerce business on Etsy in 2009 and has built 3 more since, including a multi-million dollar eCommerce brand. She exited her most recent venture with Quiet Light brokering the deal.

In this episode, Elaine discusses the “key man risk”, what makes a business sustainable (and sellable), the importance of diversifying your investments in real estate, how to assess distressed businesses, and so much more.

Tune in now for valuable insights on how to make your business work for you, not the other way around. 

Key Takeaways: 

Introduction (00:00)

How to step away from your business (00:36)

Your business one generation away (04:52)

How to evaluate a business (08:12)

Sell the business, not the assets (11:36)

Want to buy a business? Do this! (17:00)

Evaluating women-owned businesses (25:52)

Additional Resources:

⚡ Connect with Elaine

Learn more about Quiet Light: https://quietlight.com/ 

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⚡ Join the InvestHER Community

At InvestHER, we believe every woman has the birthright to become financially free. Our platform empowers women with the knowledge, skills, and support system they need to make confident investment decisions and build generational wealth.

✅ InvestHER Assessment: Take this 5 min quizz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start here

✅  Live Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register here

✅  InvestHER Plus: Leverage AI and Network with purpose. Built for driven real estate investors who understand the value of strategic relationships and refuse to waste time connecting with the wrong people Discover all the benefits and join today!

✅ InvestHER CON - The #1 premier conference for women in Real Estate! This in-person conference is curated for women investors like you to break the cycle of investing alone. Here, you’ll cultivate a supportive network of women playing at the same level. Register now!

✅ STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by Design Not Default. Grow your real estate portfolio with proven strategies and powerful connections. Doors Open in June and December. Apply here!

💡 Need help? Submit a support ticket here: Get Help

Let’s grow together!

Liz & Andresa

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The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!

EPISODE 547: Many real estate investors unknowingly analyze properties in the wrong market, wasting valuable time and resources.

But what if that didn’t need to happen? What if you could master any real estate market, so that none of them are wrong for you?

In this week’s episode of The InvestHER Podcast, we will break down the four key factors to mastering any market—whether local or out of state.

Listen in and learn why micro-market knowledge is essential to your success, why you need to research economic development plans in the markets you’re interested in, how to locate opportunity zones, the importance of understanding how invisible boundaries can shape property values, and so much more.

If you want to stop second-guessing your investment decisions, then you don’t want to miss this episode!

Tune in now for more. 

Key Takeaways: 

Introduction (00:00)

Know your micro-market (01:15)

You need a heat map (08:55)

Invisible boundaries (12:24)

Who are you serving? (17:08)

Additional Resources:

⚡ Join the InvestHER Community

At InvestHER, we believe every woman has the birthright to become financially free. Our platform empowers women with the knowledge, skills, and support system they need to make confident investment decisions and build generational wealth.

✅ InvestHER Assessment: Take this 5 min quizz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start here

✅  Live Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register here

✅  InvestHER Plus: Leverage AI and Network with purpose. Built for driven real estate investors who understand the value of strategic relationships and refuse to waste time connecting with the wrong people Discover all the benefits and join today!

✅ InvestHER CON - The #1 premier conference for women in Real Estate! This in-person conference is curated for women investors like you to break the cycle of investing alone. Here, you’ll cultivate a supportive network of women playing at the same level. Register now!

✅ STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by Design Not Default. Grow your real estate portfolio with proven strategies and powerful connections. Doors Open in June and December. Apply here!

💡 Need help? Submit a support ticket here: Get Help

Let’s grow together!

Liz & Andresa

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The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!

EPISODE 546: Many people believe that startup investing is reserved for the rich only; you need a big pile of cash in order to do it.

But that couldn’t be further from the truth.

In this week’s episode of The InvestHER Podcast, we sit down with Marcia Dawood, an angel investor who has invested in over 50 companies and is passionate about democratizing startup investing. 

Marcia also serves on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee. She’s a venture partner with Mindshift Capital, a member of Golden Seeds, and chair emeritus of the Angel Capital Association (ACA), a global professional society for angel investors. She’s also an associate producer on the award-winning documentary “Show Her the Money.”

In this episode, Marcia will be sharing with us her journey from corporate America to angel investing and revealing how anyone can start investing with as little as $50.

She’ll also be discussing the many different ways to invest in startups, why investing in women-led startups is a must, what to look for when evaluating funds and companies, and so much more.

Are you ready to go on your next investing journey?

Then tune in now!

Key Takeaways: 

Introduction (00:00)

What do you need to get started? (00:35)

How to invest in startups? (03:47)

Marcia’s first investment opportunities (08:27)

How to vet funds and companies before investing (12:53)

Why women-led startups don’t get funding (19:15)

The golden question (26:59)

Additional Resources:

⚡ Connect with Marcia

Follow Marcia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marciadawood/ 

Connect with Marcia on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marcia.dawood/ 

Learn more about Marcia’s work: https://www.marciadawood.com/ 

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⚡ Join the InvestHER Community

At InvestHER, we believe every woman has the birthright to become financially free. Our platform empowers women with the knowledge, skills, and support system they need to make confident investment decisions and build generational wealth.

✅ InvestHER Assessment: Take this 5 min quizz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start here

✅  Live Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register here

✅  InvestHER Plus: Leverage AI and Network with purpose. Built for driven real estate investors who understand the value of strategic relationships and refuse to waste time connecting with the wrong people Discover all the benefits and join today!

✅ InvestHER CON - The #1 premier conference for women in Real Estate! This in-person conference is curated for women investors like you to break the cycle of investing alone. Here, you’ll cultivate a supportive network of women playing at the same level. Register now!

✅ STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by Design Not Default. Grow your real estate portfolio with proven strategies and powerful connections. Doors Open in June and December. Apply here!

💡 Need help? Submit a support ticket here: Get Help

Let’s grow together!

Liz & Andresa

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The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!

EPISODE 545: Investing internationally seems exciting, but most investors think it's either too risky, too complicated, or just out of reach. However, succeeding as an international real estate investor isn’t impossible—as long as you follow our tips.

You see, the secret is not strategy, but connections. 

International real estate investing becomes achievable and lower-risk when you prioritize building strong local connections and understanding market-specific processes, especially through partnerships with trusted legal, banking, and development professionals.

But don’t take it from us—instead, take it from the expert herself (and our guest on The InvestHER Podcast this week), the amazing Tameka Bryant.

Tameka is a veteran real estate investor and former real estate agent and trainer with decades of experience. 

She transitioned from domestic investing to international real estate, particularly in the Dominican Republic, where she now develops hotels and guides other investors.

In this episode, Tameka will be sharing with us the importance of picking a market you love, why due diligence is so crucial in international real estate investing, how to leverage US embassies abroad for the right connections, and so much more.

Are you ready to take your real estate adventure across borders?

Then tune in now!

Key Takeaways: 

Introduction (00:00)

How to select the right market (01:05)

Don’t forget about due diligence (03:44)

How to evaluate a developer abroad (08:17)

Let’s dive into the numbers (13:03)

What you need to know before investing internationally (16:25)

Let’s talk about financing (21:03)

Tameka’s current project (28:34)

Additional Resources:

⚡ Connect with Tameka

Follow Tameka on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bizdr.auntiesaidso/ 

Follow Tameka on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheTamekaBryant/ 

Learn more about Tameka’s work: https://www.be-niched.com/ 

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⚡ Join the InvestHER Community

At InvestHER, we believe every woman has the birthright to become financially free. Our platform empowers women with the knowledge, skills, and support system they need to make confident investment decisions and build generational wealth.

✅ InvestHER Assessment: Take this 5 min quizz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start here

✅  Live Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register here

✅  InvestHER Plus: Leverage AI and Network with purpose. Built for driven real estate investors who understand the value of strategic relationships and refuse to waste time connecting with the wrong people. Discover all the benefits and join today!

✅ InvestHER CON - The #1 premier conference for women in Real Estate! This in-person conference is curated for women investors like you to break the cycle of investing alone. Here, you’ll cultivate a supportive network of women playing at the same level. Register now!

✅ STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by Design Not Default. Grow your real estate portfolio with proven strategies and powerful connections. Doors Open in June and December. Apply here!

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Liz & Andresa

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The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!