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Dwan Bent-Twyford is a 30-year veteran of real estate investing. Whether you are looking for passive income, rentals, SFH, commercial properties, fix & flips, Subject-To's, storage units, creative financing or anything in the investing world, Dwan is your go-to girl. She has personally flipped over 2,000 properties in her career - to date! She is considered Americas Most Sought After Real Estate Investor and she coined and trademarked the term "Short Sales" as it applies to real estate inves ...
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Would you believe if I told you that a semi-pro BMX rider turned dumpster diver could become a successful real estate investor? Well, prepare to have your perceptions challenged as we share a soulful and fascinating conversation with Ross Hamilton. Ross, a seasoned real estate investor, takes us through his remarkable journey, starting from his BMX…
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What happens when we blend real estate investing with the art of personal branding? This is exactly what we uncover in our chat with Dylan Vanas, the innovative mind behind Mindful Agency and Agency Box. Dylan shares his fascinating entrepreneurial journey that took him from selling sugar gliders to becoming a lead generation specialist and brand b…
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Get ready for an enlightening journey as we sit down with the inspiring Franco from FrancoTV. Born and raised in the Philippines, Franco will share his incredible journey to becoming a real estate mogul in the mobile home industry. His mission was born out of a desire to help those less privileged, and he found his calling by breathing new life int…
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Have you ever dreamed of investing in real estate, but didn't know where to start? Buckle up - you're in for a ride into the world of multi-family apartment buildings with Charles Carillo, a seasoned investor who's been conquering the real estate market since 2006. Our enlightening chat ranges from Charles' humble beginnings with three-unit propert…
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Have you ever wondered how a promising idea can bloom into a thriving business? This week's guest, Fredrick, has done it all—left Europe for America's entrepreneurial landscape, started a taco business acquired by Taco Bell, and earned a law degree and an MBA. This entrepreneur, who commands a following of over half a million on Instagram, shares h…
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Ready to embark on an enlightening real estate voyage? Our guest, Joe Jensen, is set to share his captivating journey of wealth creation through investing in single-family residential properties. From his beginnings in the West Desert of Utah and Nevada, to amassing an impressive portfolio of properties across the country, Joe has achieved financia…
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Do you ever wonder how to grow your business through podcasting? Join me as I chat with Elzie Flenard, the charismatic Mayor of Podcast Town, and unravel the secrets of leveraging podcasting to boost revenue. We delve into some stimulating discussions around the importance of conversion rates over sheer download numbers, and how Elzie creates a thr…
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Ready for a deep and insightful conversation? Our exceptional guest, Felecia Froe, brings a wealth of knowledge from her dual role as a well-respected physician and a seasoned real estate investor. Felecia's journey, starting from a small Indiana town to now owning a successful company, Money with Mission, is nothing short of incredible. Her missio…
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Join us on a captivating journey into the life of Adam Zach, a former chess prodigy turned successful real estate investor. We'll unveil the magic behind his motto, "people before profits," which forms the backbone of his innovative venture, Dwanderville. You'll get a glimpse of a loving father mentoring his daughter Beth in real estate, embodying …
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Looking for a way to turn your real estate dreams into reality? Discover the secrets of success from structural engineer turned real estate investor, Ace Haggerty, as we unravel the intricacies of short-term rentals. This episode offers a mesmerizing journey of transformation from Ace's early days in short sales to becoming a leading developer in N…
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On episode 68 of Pretty Girls Love Real Estate, I chat with Janet Tonkins, affectionately known as the "Baltimore Real Estate Diva" and Founder of ART Enterprises. During our conversation we discuss: - How she got started investing in Baltimore to amassing an over $700M portfolio of single family homes and apartment buildings - Collaborating with a…
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On episode 67 of Pretty Girls Love Real Estate, I chat with LaQuida Chancey, Founder and Director of Smalltimore Homes, a nonprofit aiming to provide those experiencing homelessness with transitional housing in the form of tiny homes.During our conversation we discuss:- Projects and services with Smalltimore Homes and other initiatives in Baltimore…
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On episode 66 of Pretty Girls Love Real Estate, I chat with Victoria Gousse Baumol, Senior Vice President of Investments at A. Walker & Co., a boutique real estate private equity firm based in New York City. During our conversation we discuss: - Differences between a private equity firm and a pension fund - How private equity firms evaluate deals -…
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On episode 65 of Pretty Girls Love Real Estate, I chat with Stephanie Roodman, Director of Real Estate and Legal Counsel at Montgomery Housing Partnership, a non-profit affordable housing developer in Silver Spring, Maryland. During our conversation we discuss: - How her educational background in urban planning lead to her passion for real estate d…
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On episode 64 of Pretty Girls Love Real Estate, I chat with Heidi Bolyard, architect and founder of SOLD By Design, a firm that works with realtors in the Dublin, Ohio area to increase their knowledge of design elements to help their clients make their homes more functional. During our conversation we discuss: - What inspired her to create her firm…
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On episode 63 of Pretty Girls Love Real Estate, I chat with Sarah Massey, Director of Business Development and Senior Analyst at Spring Garden Lending, an asset-based private real estate lender operating in the DMV, Philadelphia, and Pittsburgh Metro areas.During our conversation we discuss:- How her passion and interest for developing new communit…
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On episode 62 of Pretty Girls Love Real Estate, I chat with Jane Wabs, Partner at Paper Profits, a Southern California- based fund that invests in performing and distressed mortgage notes.During our conversation we discuss:-Her start in real estate investing raising capital for multifamily deals.- Advantages and disadvantages of investing in mortga…
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In an expansion or a recession, there’s always an opportunity. For real estate investors, any situation is good. Success will depend on how you work your way through these situations. Join Dwan as she welcomes Nitzan Mosery to the podcast for the second time. They talk about multi-family rentals and why now is a great opportunity to acquire these p…
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On episode 61 of Pretty Girls Love Real Estate, I chat with Nicole Christopherson, real estate broker and founder of NMC Realty, servicing buyers and sellers in Austin, Texas and Newport Beach, California. During our conversation we discuss: - Her transition from Newport Beach to Austin and unique things to know if interested in buying real estate …
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Today’s digital age has helped many people communicate faster and easier. However, when finding the right deals as a real estate investor, meeting people in person is still the most effective way. When you know the right things to say to distressed homeowners, they will realize why you are the person they must trust. Join Bill as he discusses why i…
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On episode 60 of Pretty Girls Love Real Estate, I chat with Gina Nisbeth, Co-Founder of Open Access, a fellowship program for minorities interested in transitioning to a career in community development finance. She is also the Founder of 9th & Clinton, a strategic consulting firm aiming to help minority-controlled developers, fund managers, CDFIs, …
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The word of the week is Energy. You leave an imprint on every community you build and develop. It takes a while and requires a lot of effort, but it is all worth it. Seeing the community you built go to new heights is such a beautiful sight. Join Dwan as she interviews Brandon Cobb. They talk about Real Estate, specifically entry-level housing deve…
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Many people are asking about the right way to estimate the ARV of the After-Repair Value of a property. There are different formulas that others use to do this, but for Dwan and Bill, it can be summarized into three steps. Join Bill and Dwan as they talk about how to estimate the ARV (After-Repair Value) in three ways. They also share some of the m…
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The word of the week is passion. You got to love what you do. If you don’t love it, then you should stop doing it. When you decide to take action to reach your goals, you need to focus on it and ignore the unnecessary things people around you say. You have to find the right people to copy and learn from. Soon enough, you will be celebrating your su…
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The word of the week is Progress. Perfection does not exist, all that ever exists is progress. Our mindset shapes our thoughts, attitudes, and beliefs, which in turn influence our actions. A negative and fixed mindset can limit our potential and prevent us from achieving our goals. On the other hand, a positive and growth-oriented mindset can help …
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The word of the week is Action. You have to start somewhere and make something work. People can sometimes waste time and raise zero capital. This is because of doing the same old tricks all these “gurus” tell. Fortunately, today is a chance to learn, start over, and do what is proven to work best. Join Dwan as she interviews Dave Dubeau. He talks a…
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The word of the week is Storytelling. Everyone has some story to tell. A traumatic experience can be crippling. Even if someone gets out of that situation, there can be times when it becomes like a fresh wound that stings. It may take a long while to get over and feel safe again. However, God’s timing and tools are always perfect. A day will come w…
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The word of the week is Focus. One of the keys to success is to focus on the most important thing at a given moment. Some entrepreneurs forget to focus on marketing themselves. Deciding on your personal branding can be a make or break. Dig deep and know what you want to project and what values you want to impart to your audiences. That is how you’l…
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The word of the week is Grit. To have grit is to have the ability to forge through life when things are hard. In any business you are in, it is crucial to know and understand the market well to reach success. Otherwise, you’ll end up in a rabbit hole and it will be terribly hard to get back up. Join Dwan as she interviews Neil Timmins. They talk ab…
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The word of the week is Learn. Knowledge is power, and it always helps to be ready to learn. There are a lot of government restrictions surrounding short-term rentals that may interfere with the things you want to do with your business. It happens when you are operating under a structure subjected to abide by every law in your area. However, there …
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We see a lot of celebrities and influencers do the fun and entertaining ‘What’s In Your Bag’ Challenge. But, what do you think of seeing what’s inside the Angel’s Package Binder of the most sought-after real estate investor? This could be something you’re still missing as a real estate investor. Join Dwan as she opens up their Angel’s Package Binde…
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After what we went through during the peak of the pandemic, things went back to normal. Now is an opportunity for us to get back on track, grow our careers, and help more people. We’ve been through the hardest so far, and we’ve been adapting to these changes. What else can stop us now? Join Dwan as she goes through the changes they see now with the…
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When in doubt, be the buffalo. We all have different storms in our lives. We may not have a choice to reject those storms, but we have a choice to decide on the right mindset, the best response, and how we will continue our lives after those storms. Join Dwan and Bill as they celebrate Bill’s Rebirthday. It’s 365 days after Bill’s stem cell transpl…
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The goal is always people before profits. As an investor, it is important to keep in mind that you are trying to help people and you’re looking for their best interest. It is also crucial to have your numbers to decide the right deals for the homeowners. If we can help them, we do. If we can’t help, then we buy the property. Join Dwan as she drives…
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You may sometimes feel frustrated that you were not able to save everyone’s house. However, you have to understand that God put you there to help them with what you can but you can never save everyone. Join Dwan’s podcast while she’s driving down the hill. She talks about some updates on the deals she shared in her past episodes. She also shares an…
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The word of the week is Opportunity. Every success starts with an opportunity that one takes. However, every opportunity also has its risks. Risk management is an important part of real estate property management. A good risk management strategy is a critical part of business success. On the other hand, poor risk management can severely impact a bu…
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The word of the week is Focus. Whatever it is that’s going on in your life, you have to stay focused to get to where you want to go next. A Subject-To real estate deal is buying or selling a property with an existing mortgage and taking over its financing. Some people are afraid of doing it because most of them think that it’s not legal. Who should…
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Craigslist deals are everywhere. Sometimes, you are just one call away from finding a great deal. Join Dwan as she shares another two of the deals they made last December and her potential great deal with someone she found on craigslist. Listen up and learn more. Episode 312 at a glance… Banks moving sales date to January Having 10 deals in your fu…
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A real estate investor must always be creative to give homeowners many options and ideas. There’ll be a lot of wait-and-see but you just have to know what you are doing to get the deal done. Join Dwan as she shares two of the deals they had, the difficulties, and how they managed to give a lot of options for these case studies. Listen up and learn …
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On episode 59 of Pretty Girls Love Real Estate, I chat with Dr. Gina Merritt, Founder and CEO of Northern Real Estate Urban Ventures and Project Community Capital, an organization dedicated to leveraging social capital to provide jobs to people in underserved communities. During our conversation we discuss: - How a reoccurring childhood dream about…
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Generational wealth does not just happen out of the blue, it is created intentionally. If you give everything to your kids, they won’t learn how to appreciate everything and they won’t know how to recreate that wealth. It’s crucial to teach them to be responsible and godly as early as possible. Join Dwan and her adorable granddaughter Aria as they …
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People around you will either support you or bring you down. But what you should remember is to always trust the vision that God gave you and be confident in your own decisions. Getting out of other people’s boxes will make you much happier and more successful. Join Dwan as she gives four important steps to success in 2023. She shares her own exper…
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On episode 58 of Pretty Girls Love Real Estate, I chat with Sheveir Ross, a real estate investor in Baltimore, MD. During our conversation we discuss: Comparison between DC and Baltimore markets Getting back in the real estate investing game after taking a loss How to connect with private money for real estate deals Book suggestion: The Dreamgiver …
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The word of the week is Action. No matter what you want to do in life, you must take action. It is not a degree or a lot of money to start that will take you to the next level; It is the actions that you make to move forward. If you always just sit on the side and hesitate, you’d just be stuck. Join Dwan as she interviews Bob LaChance about what he…
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On episode 57 of Pretty Girls Love Real Estate, I chat with Stephanie Knights, realtor at e-Merge Real Estate in Columbus, Ohio. During our conversation we discuss: Overview of the Columbus, Ohio market and opportunities for investment in 2023 and beyond Carving out a niche as a buyer’s agent for baby boomer clients Nuances you should know when con…
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The reason for this season is Christ and today is another opportunity given to you to accept Him and start living by the Words of the Lord. Join Dwan as she reads a part of Luke 2, The Birth of Jesus, and why it’s important for all of us. She also shares the importance of walking by faith, not by sight, and why now is the time to accept Christ. Lis…
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Many people are not taking even very simple steps to protect their personal assets because no one told them the rules. However, these formalities should not be a burden for everyone. People just need to find the right help they must get. Join Dwan as she interviews Garrett Sutton. Here he talks about the importance of protecting assets, how they he…
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On episode 56 of Pretty Girls Love Real Estate, I chat with Janisha Richardson, founder of Right Commercial Lending and market leader for the DMV chapter of Project REAP. During our conversation we discuss: How to establish business credit even with a new LLC with no revenue Preparing your personal credit profile to successfully qualify for busines…
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The Bible says to speak things into existence as if they’re already there. It is different from all the manifesting people are usually doing. It is time to stop manifesting and start claiming it. In this episode, Dawn talks about getting things straight and getting the proper guidance we need in our lives. Listen up and learn more. Episode 304 at a…
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On episode 55 of Pretty Girls Love Real Estate, I chat with Anna McCorvey, LEEP AP-certified architect and founder of the River East Design Center based in the Anacostia neighborhood of SE DC. During our conversation we discuss: - Programs and initiatives to increase the amount of black women architects (currently only around 500 in the United Stat…
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