The Money Honey - Women in Property, Finance & Construction

In this episode, I chat with Kallie Henson about navigating mental health while building a career. Kallie shares her personal story of turning a mental health crisis into a new path in recruitment, and we explore resilience, women’s empowerment, diversity in leadership, and why fitness can be such a powerful outlet.

Your reminder that success isn’t about ignoring your mental health—it’s about building on it.

In this episode, you'll discover a bold new solution to the UK housing crisis—how one woman is helping people without a “Bank of Mum and Dad” get on the property ladder by matching them to buy homes together.You’ll also learn about equity, co-living, property as a long-term wealth builder, and how underused bedrooms could unlock income for homeowners.Joining Rosalia is Philly, also known as Property Ladder Lass—founder of Cocoon and CoKind, two trailblazing ventures focused on solving the housing supply and demand crisis in the UK.Cocoon helps match compatible people to buy property together (think “Bumble for co-buyers”), while CoKind transforms underused spare rooms into income-generating spaces. Philly's mission is simple but powerful: to make home ownership more accessible to everyone, not just the elite.

I sat down with Faye Haynes to chat about her journey from banking to broking and how she’s built a standout brand on social media. We talk confidence, consistency, and why LinkedIn has been key for her business growth and client relationships.

In this episode, I interview Esther Lara, a former senior nurse who transitioned into property investment. Esther shares her journey of seeking financial freedom and flexibility, detailing how she raised over £100,000 from investors to build her property portfolio.

The conversation explores the strategies she employed, including the Rent-to-Rent and HMO methods, and emphasizes the importance of mindset and branding in attracting investors.

Esther also discusses her future aspirations and the significance of maintaining a stable foundation in her business.#MoneyHoneyPodcast #PropertyInvestment #WomeninProperty #PodcastsforWomen

In this episode of The Money Honey podcast, I chat with property coach Sophie Foote about finding happiness in entrepreneurship. We dive into why success isn’t just about productivity, the importance of self-care, and how community support can help you thrive. Sophie shares her experiences with the Inspired Women Lead program, and together we explore how to create balance, take time for yourself, and build networks that empower you both personally and professionally.

I lost my job during the pandemic, with no backup plan, and turned it into a buzzing personal brand empire.

In this solo episode, I share how I went from redundancy in 2020 to building a 12-person agency, writing a #1 bestselling book, and creating a movement for women in property, finance, and construction.

You’ll also discover the story behind the bees, the yellow, and what “Money Honey” really means.

What happens when you swap the safety of a corporate career for the uncertainty of running your own business? Raquel Aparicio knows. She left architecture to launch her interior design studio, Mar Design — all while balancing motherhood, building a network, and making time to rescue golden retrievers.

In this episode, we talk about taking the leap into entrepreneurship, finding your “why,” and the power of community support. Raquel shares the highs, the challenges, and the lessons that have shaped her journey, plus her tips for staying motivated when things get tough.

If you’ve ever dreamed of designing a life you truly love, this one’s for you.

This one’s a game-changer. I’m joined by the fabulous Catherine Morgan who went from £30k in debt to running multiple seven-figure businesses (yes, you read that right). We go way beyond budgets and spreadsheets, diving into the real stuff: the guilt, the fear, the shame, and the weird money beliefs we inherit without even realising.

Catherine gets honest about her own story and why talking about money — the wins and the mess — is the ultimate power move. We chat about self-forgiveness, celebrating your wins (big or small), and how to stop letting your bank balance define your worth.

If you’ve ever side-eyed your finances, felt guilty for earning more than someone else, or been too scared to make that big money move… pour yourself a cuppa and hit play.

She lost everything at 60—and built an empire from scratch. Lucinda’s story proves it’s never too late to start again.In this episode, you’ll hear how Emmy-nominated filmmaker Lucinda Axelsson lost her job, home, and marriage at 60—and rebuilt her life through property investing.She shares the mindset, money strategies, and real estate moves that helped her take control of her future and create financial freedom from scratch.Joining Rosalia today is Lucinda Axelsson—an Emmy-nominated TV producer, documentary filmmaker, and former broadcast journalist with over 30 years in media. From filming elephants for Disney+ to producing award-winning shows, Lucinda’s life took a massive turn when she lost her job, her marriage, and her home—all in one year.Now, she’s a full-time property investor with five HMOs, founder of the upcoming Happy Divorce Club, and an empowering voice for women finding financial independence later in life.Lucinda shares:▫️ Her journey from Emmy Awards to unemployment▫️ How she bought 5 properties in 6 months▫️ Setting up a family investment company to leave a legacy▫️ The mindset shifts and money strategies that got her back on her feet▫️ How to rebuild confidence after betrayal and loss▫️ Why every property she bought was a teacherWant to stay empowered and connected? Follow Lucinda on Instagram @Lucindasrealproperty and stay tuned for the launch of the Happy Divorce Club, a safe space for women navigating separation, finances, and fresh starts.

She raised £350,000 for property investing and you can too.You don’t need experience, a big network, or even your own capital to start in property—just a strategy, a story, and the right platform. This episode shows you how.In this episode, you’ll discover how to raise hundreds of thousands in investor finance—even if you're new to property investing and have no big network.You’ll also learn how to build credibility online, use LinkedIn to attract investors, and start a property business with zero of your own money.Joining Rosalia today is Shelley Yates, a successful property investor, entrepreneur, and founder of The Vault—a new tech platform connecting deal sourcers and investors. Shelley went from using her own funds to raising £350K+ entirely through social media, all while navigating the challenges of the property world.She shares:▫️How she raised £350,000 using only Social Media▫️What most people get wrong about visibility and investor trust▫️The “boring” side of property deals no one talks about▫️How beginners can build a powerful online presence▫️Why she created a tech platform to simplify deal sourcingFollow Shelley’s journey and stay updated on property investing tips & tech:   / shelleymariayates  In this episode:00:00 Meet Shelly Yates04:03 How She Got Into Property07:23 The Truth About Sourcing10:03 Advice for Property Newbies13:15 Raising £350K Through Social Media16:05 How to Build Trust with Investors20:16 Can You Raise Money Without Experience?24:46 Choosing the Right Investors27:22 Dealing with Online Pressure29:50 Introducing “The Vault”32:45 What Makes Her Platform Unique35:17 Making Property Sourcing Easier38:16 Saying No Without Guilt41:11 Upcoming Live Event—She Made £350K Just Using Social Media! | Here's How#moneyhoneypodcast #socialmediaforbusiness #propertyinvestinguk #linkedinmarketing #ukpropertymarket #realestateinvestment #realestateinvestmentstrategies #womeninproperty #femaleentrepreneurs #empoweredwomen #womeninrealestate #ShelleyYates #RosaliaLazzara—🌐 Let’s Stay Connected👉 Instagram (Manuka Media):   / manukamedia   👉 Instagram (@Rosalia Lazzara): https://www.instagram.com/rosalialazz... 👉 Tiktok:   / themoneyhoneypodcast   👉 Linkedin:   / manukamedia   👉 Website: https://manukamedia.co.uk/—Listen to the Money Honey Podcast 🎧 new episodes drop every Friday!👉 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ZruhzJ...👉 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...—Subscribe for your weekly dose of money, mindset & moves:   / @themoneyhoneypodcast