In this thought-provoking segment, Pastor Lee Jenkins tackles the evolving dynamics in modern households, where more women are becoming the primary breadwinners, a role traditionally held by men. He explores the challenges this shift presents, particularly within the church, and addresses the misconceptions that earning more than your husband is a sin. Pastor Jenkins offers insightful guidance for husbands on how to navigate this new dynamic with grace, humility, and biblical wisdom, emphasizing the importance of supporting and nurturing their wives' potential while maintaining a godly marriage.

Listen to the full episode here

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/22-stop-separating-faith-finance-pastor-lee-jenkins/id1732541818?i=1000668006793

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1JRkEk1O7T2rqKmBsFFfsd?si=410c8786b0be47a1

Youtube: https://youtu.be/RGJwEvmdTsY

RESOURCES: 

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Erika Brown

IG: @erikabrowninvestor

LinkedIn: @erika brown

Wealth Within Reach is produced by EPYC Media Network

In this episode, we're joined by Josh Ernst, CEO & Founder of Backflip, to dive deep into how his app is transforming the real estate game for entrepreneurs.

We cover the unique challenges real estate investors face and how Backflip simplifies decision-making with its powerful, user-friendly platform. Josh also shares how the company is changing the narrative around hard money loans, shifting the focus from stigma to strategic partnerships that drive client success.

Whether you're looking to scale your portfolio or just starting out, this conversation is packed with valuable insights for real estate investors ready to take their business to the next level. Tune in for game-changing insights and real estate advice!

KEY POINTS: 

- Backflip's 3 pillars: technology, capital, and community

- What are the tasks of a real estate entrepreneur?

- How Backflip app satisfy client needs

- Backflip financing products and services 

- On demystifying the concept of hard money loans

- The importance of having a supportive environment 

- Backflip members’ estimated profit project 

- The pivotal role of the innovative approach 

- Ways to scale your real estate business

QUOTES:

"When our clients are winning, when our members are winning, that definitely makes both society, the neighborhoods, the homes — them and us all win as well."  – Josh Ernst

“One of our values at the company is this concept called: Embrace the novice to become the master… You have to be comfortable knowing that part of growth is learning. Not all are going to go perfectly.” – Josh Ernst

GUEST RESOURCES: 

Josh Ernst 

LinkedIn | @joshuaernst

RESOURCES: 

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[FREE CONSULTATION] Looking to buy, sell, or invest in real estate in Atlanta? My team of expert, investor-friendly agents is here to help! Book a free 15-minute consultation with one of my agents today, and let’s figure out your next move together.

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Erika Brown

IG: @erikabrowninvestor

LinkedIn: @erika brown

Wealth Within Reach is produced by EPYC Media Network

In this segment, Pastor Lee Jenkins tackles the often misunderstood relationship between money, faith, and spirituality. Sharing his personal insights, Pastor Jenkins discusses why pastors should address financial matters more openly and how money can be a powerful tool for spiritual growth. This conversation offers practical, faith-based advice on handling money with integrity, ambition, and a heart aligned with God.

Listen to the full episode here

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/22-stop-separating-faith-finance-pastor-lee-jenkins/id1732541818?i=1000668006793

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1JRkEk1O7T2rqKmBsFFfsd?si=410c8786b0be47a1

Youtube: https://youtu.be/RGJwEvmdTsY

RESOURCES: 

Did you miss The Owning It & Living It Experience 2024?? The OILI Experience is coming back in 2025!!! 🎟️ Don’t miss out! Join the waitlist now to be the first to know when the tickets drop- and snag an exclusive early bird discount.

https://erikab.kit.com/0e77490fcc

[FREE CONSULTATION] Looking to buy, sell, or invest in real estate in Atlanta? My team of expert, investor-friendly agents is here to help! Book a free 15-minute consultation with one of my agents today, and let’s figure out your next move together.

[FB GROUP] Loving the podcast and want to connect with me and our incredible guests? Join the Owning It and Living It Facebook group! It’s your go-to spot for real estate tips, advice, and a supportive community of investors just like you. Join us today and let's take your real estate journey to the next level.

Erika Brown

IG: @erikabrowninvestor

LinkedIn: @erika brown

Wealth Within Reach is produced by EPYC Media Network

If you’ve bought property in the last few years, you’ve likely seen property values soar—but you’re also dealing with higher costs for labor, materials, and landlord expenses. It’s a tough spot to be in, and I get it. That’s why I’m sharing seven (7) essential steps to help you make the best decision for your situation.

We’ll dive into financial analysis, how to align your investment strategy with your personal goals, and what you really need to consider before making any moves.

If you're feeling uncertain about your next step, this episode will give you practical advice and help you feel more confident in managing your rental properties. Let's navigate this tricky market together!

KEY POINTS:

- The increase in properties after COVID-19  

- Common financial challenges faced by landlords 

- 1: Have a complete financial analysis of your property

- 2: The importance of enhancing your operations 

- 3: The value of delegating and hiring experts

- 4: On re-examining quarterly financial reviews

- 5: On investing in preventive maintenance 

- 6: The importance of having client permits 

- 7: Identify what your current needs 

QUOTES:

“The property should be working for you, not the other way around. If you're in this situation, and this could let you know this is an indication that something needs to change.” – Erika Brown

“We invest in real estate, not to just own buildings, not to say that we have three doors [or] four doors. We invest in real estate so that we're able to make money  [and] have additional time. Time freedom – that is the ultimate goal.” – Erika Brown

RESOURCES: 

Did you miss The Owning It & Living It Experience 2024?? The OILI Experience is coming back in 2025!!! 🎟️ Don’t miss out! Join the waitlist now to be the first to know when the tickets drop- and snag an exclusive early bird discount.

https://erikab.kit.com/0e77490fcc

[FREE CONSULTATION] Looking to buy, sell, or invest in real estate in Atlanta? My team of expert, investor-friendly agents is here to help! Book a free 15-minute consultation with one of my agents today, and let’s figure out your next move together.

[FB GROUP] Loving the podcast and want to connect with me and our incredible guests? Join the Owning It and Living It Facebook group! It’s your go-to spot for real estate tips, advice, and a supportive community of investors just like you. Join us today and let's take your real estate journey to the next level. 

Erika Brown

IG: @erikabrowninvestor

LinkedIn: @erika brown

Wealth Within Reach is produced by EPYC Media Network

In this segment, we explore the incredible tax incentives related to real estate and how they can drastically reduce your tax liability. Discover how providing housing can lead to significant tax discounts and learn about the power of depreciation.

Join us as we delve into the importance of equity and cash flow in real estate, strategic tax tips for business owners, and the value of cost segregation studies to optimize tax deductions. We also discuss how to overcome fear in the real estate business and the crucial role of having a financial team. Tune in to gain insights from real-life examples and practical advice to help you navigate the real estate game and achieve significant tax savings!

Listen to the full episode here

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/21-how-i-built-my-7-figure-real-estate-portfolio-w/id1732541818?i=1000664322576

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1yFlSA0uBpYngVpZ34tjZL?si=6f156dc49ae84bbd

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fdtzyIabMI

GUEST RESOURCES

Dr. Erica Jordan-Thomas 

IG | @e_jordanthomas

LinkedIn | @erica-jordan-thomas-ed-l-d-86314764 

Facebook | @EJTConsultingLLC 

RESOURCES

[SAVE YOUR SPOT!] Ready to elevate your real estate journey? Join me at the Owning It and Living It Experience from November 1st to 3rd at the Intercontinental Hotel in Buckhead, where you not only have the chance to win a fully renovated house but also immerse yourself in a unique event that blends black and brown culture with invaluable real estate insights—secure your ticket at https://experience.owningitandlivingit.com/ before prices go up. I can't wait to see you there!

Erika Brown

IG: @erikabrowninvestor

LinkedIn: @erika brown



Wealth Within Reach is produced by EPYC Media Network

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In this episode, we’re joined by full-time real estate investor Kendra Barnes, founder of The Key Resource, for a powerful conversation on redefining success and creating generational wealth through real estate.

Kendra takes us behind the scenes of her journey, from playing the CASHFLOW game to becoming a full-time investor. She reveals the pivotal moment that sparked her passion for real estate and the hard-earned lessons she learned from costly mistakes.

KEY POINTS:

- How Erika and Kendra met 

- How CASHFLOW game influenced Kendra into real estate 

- The value of learning about real estate education 

- Challenges and mistakes in early investments 

- The pivotal role of surrounding yourself with the right people 

- Different rental strategies and new investors to set financial goals

- Is real estate a passive income? 

- The importance of starting with a manageable property 

- A preview to ACRES book by Kendra Barnes 

- What does owning and living mean to Kendra? 

QUOTES:

“People don't realize how much their environment shapes their mindset. It's one of those things where we just exist and we live; and we don't realize what we're like, what we're taking in [and] how much it influences our behavior, our belief, process, and everything.” - Erika Brown

“Make sure that you're getting into real estate for you, and not because you saw this podcast and because I said it's amazing. Such a big part of the journey is making sure you're doing it, and setting a goal [that] is good for you.” –  Kendra Barnes

GUEST RESOURCES: 

Kendra Barnes - @thekeyresource 

IG | @thekeyresource 

[ORDER NOW!] Grab your copy of ACRES by Kendra Barnes — and learn more about the changing narrative around Black wealth in America at https://getyouracres.com/. 

RESOURCES: 

Did you miss The Owning It & Living It Experience 2024?? The OILI Experience is coming back in 2025!!! 🎟️ Don’t miss out! Join the waitlist now to be the first to know when the tickets drop- and snag an exclusive early bird discount.

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[FREE CONSULTATION] Looking to buy, sell, or invest in real estate in Atlanta? My team of expert, investor-friendly agents is here to help! Book a free 15-minute consultation with one of my agents today, and let’s figure out your next move together.

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Erika Brown

IG: @erikabrowninvestor

LinkedIn: @erika brown

Wealth Within Reach is produced by EPYC Media Network

Tune in to this segment to learn the the inner workings power couple Jackie Hill Perry and Preston Perry as they reveal the secrets to maintaining a successful marriage and business partnership. They discuss how they balance their individual callings with their commitment to each other, and the challenges of supporting each other's visions. Find out how they navigate tensions when one partner has a vision the other is hesitant to embrace, and how they use their complementary skills to turn ideas into reality. Jackie and Preston share their journey of learning to trust and support each other's callings while maintaining a strong, unified front.

Listen to the full episode here

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/19-secrets-to-a-strong-marriage-how-jackie-hill/id1732541818?i=1000660770011

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7ASlpdy2ygiC86HJFuv2Rl?si=2d644386fb2446e3

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vRYlT_usN-Y&t=330s

GUEST RESOURCES

Jackie Hill Perry | jackiehillperry.com 

IG | @jackiehillperry

Preston Perry | preston-perry.com

IG | @preston_n_perry

RESOURCES

[SAVE YOUR SPOT!] Ready to elevate your real estate journey? Join me at the Owning It and Living It Experience from November 1st to 3rd at the Intercontinental Hotel in Buckhead, where you not only have the chance to win a fully renovated house but also immerse yourself in a unique event that blends black and brown culture with invaluable real estate insights—secure your ticket at https://experience.owningitandlivingit.com/ before prices go up. I can't wait to see you there!

Erika Brown

IG: @erikabrowninvestor

LinkedIn: @erika brown



Wealth Within Reach is produced by EPYC Media Network

If this episode resonated with you and you need to surround yourself with likeminded ambitious faith driven people that look like you I invite you to join my Facebook group where you can connect with me and other people in my community.

In this premier episode of Wealth Within Reach - Season 2, we're honored to welcome Pastor Lee Jenkins, Founder and Senior Pastor of Eagles Nest Church, for an inspiring conversation about building wealth with God as your guide. 

Pastor Lee Jenkins takes us on a deep dive into the significance of stewardship and discipleship, emphasizing the power of using wealth to bless others. He also sheds light on how he balances his roles in business and ministry, and addresses the age-old question: Is money truly the root of all evil, or is there more to the story?

Pastor Jenkins shares the five divine purposes of money: advancing God's kingdom, supporting one's family, fulfilling personal calling, helping those in need, and enjoying life's blessings. 

KEY POINTS:

- On balancing business and ministry 

- Spiritual perspective: The importance of handling money & business

- Is money the root of all evil? 

- The need to demystify the perception of money

- On overcoming scarcity mindset 

- Pastor Jenkins’s transition from business to ministry 

- The five divine purposes of money

- The importance of remaining humble and reliant on God's wisdom

- The vision: a commercial development owned by the church 

- On leveraging resources to support both church and community

QUOTES:

“Money influences us in a very spiritual way. Money is not just a secular thing. Money is spiritual. What I try to do is talk about money the way Jesus did.” – Pastor Lee Jenkins

“Financial stewardship is a part of our discipleship. So as a pastor, if I teach people or encourage them to pray, to fast to worship, then I should also be encouraging them to handle their money.” – Pastor Lee Jenkins

GUEST RESOURCES: 

Pastor Lee Jenkins

IG: @thestewardshipcoach

RESOURCES: 

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[FREE CONSULTATION] Looking to buy, sell, or invest in real estate in Atlanta? My team of expert, investor-friendly agents is here to help! Book a free 15-minute consultation with one of my agents today, and let’s figure out your next move together.

[FB GROUP] Loving the podcast and want to connect with me and our incredible guests? Join the Owning It and Living It Facebook group! It’s your go-to spot for real estate tips, advice, and a supportive community of investors just like you. Join us today and let's take your real estate journey to the next level.

Erika Brown

IG: @erikabrowninvestor

LinkedIn: @erika brown

Wealth Within Reach is produced by EPYC Media Network

Welcome to Season 2 of Wealth Within Reach! 

This season, Erika Brown is back with powerful conversations featuring guests who aren’t just building wealth—they’re living it. Dive into stories such as navigating faith and finances, the real risks and rewards of investing, and the mindset and mental wellness needed to create lasting wealth.

We’ll also explore wealth in the sense that it’s not just about the numbers; it’s about aligning your purpose, beliefs, and daily actions. Don’t miss out on these empowering conversations that will help you level up your wealth journey. 

Tune in as Season 2 launches on September 2nd! 

RESOURCES: 

Erika Brown

IG: @erikabrowninvestor

LinkedIn: @erika brown

Wealth Within Reach is produced by EPYC Media Network

In this episode, we sit down with Cristina Mineo, a trailblazing entrepreneur and real estate investor, to discuss the unique challenges she faces as a young, minority woman in the industry. Cristina shares her insights on navigating these obstacles, emphasizing the importance of maintaining an open mindset and embracing the inevitability of things going wrong. Erikaand Cristina also talk about how being underestimated can fuel your determination, and how adopting a lessons-over-losses mentality, inspired by Robert Kiyosaki's "Rich Dad Poor Dad," can be crucial to your success. Tune in to learn how Cristina continues to grow her business while staying resilient and composed in a male-dominated industry.

Listen to the full episode here

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/18-nyc-hairstylist-to-atl-real-estate-mogul-how-cristina/id1732541818?i=1000660011745

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3urg4OhId3tcM5pSbMF1jo?si=239f8d0c05c04c05

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8Z6P4XyGXg&t=101s

GUEST RESOURCES

Cristina Mineo 

IG | @cristinamineo

RESOURCES

[SAVE YOUR SPOT!] Ready to elevate your real estate journey? Join me at the Owning It and Living It Experience from November 1st to 3rd at the Intercontinental Hotel in Buckhead, where you not only have the chance to win a fully renovated house but also immerse yourself in a unique event that blends black and brown culture with invaluable real estate insights—secure your ticket at https://experience.owningitandlivingit.com/ before prices go up. I can't wait to see you there!

Erika Brown

IG: @erikabrowninvestor

LinkedIn: @erika brown



Wealth Within Reach is produced by EPYC Media Network