Ever wondered how a finance professional flips the script and becomes a real estate mogul? This powerhouse investor did just that, skyrocketing to financial freedom with a savvy mix of residential and commercial properties.

Welcome back to the "Inspired To Invest" podcast. This week, Lindsay Lovell is with us. To watch rather than listen, go to: https://youtu.be/ryit1xYu9O4

Join us as Lindsay candidly opens up about her remarkable 18-month journey, where she built up a portfolio of 36 stores and didn't stop there. With a strategy that includes the BRRR method, joint ventures, and hard money lending, she's an inspiration for anyone wanting to leverage their W-2 job as a springboard into real estate.

Beyond her success story, Lindsay gives us the lowdown on G6 Capital Management and Wanderlust Stays, her enterprises that are shaping the future of property investment and management.

Get ready to grasp the nuts and bolts of diversifying a real estate portfolio, as Lindsay lays out her roadmap starting from a humble $25k property in Missouri. Her approach is not just about growing numbers; it's about fostering resilient local teams and transitioning from third-party to self-managed properties with a little help from virtual assistants.

Lindsay's experience is a masterclass in overcoming skepticism and mitigating risks that are inherent to real estate, emphasizing the significance of a diversified investment to withstand market fluctuations and regional adversities.

This episode is a melting pot of wisdom, with Lindsay championing the power of mentorship and the collective intelligence within the real estate community. She shares invaluable tips — like why getting multiple opinions can be a financial lifesaver — and discusses how adaptability is key when the market throws a curveball.

The conversation shifts to strategic changes, such as repurposing short-term rentals to meet unique demands, and provides a peek into the complexities and rewards of such ventures. If you're looking to get inspired and informed about making your real estate investments work harder for you, this episode is a must-listen.

To connect with Lindsay, go to @lindsayzanelovell on social.

Thank you to the Multifamily Conference for bringing us this month's episodes of “Inspired To Invest”.  Check them out @themultifamilyconference on social and to get tickets to this year's event May 24-26/24, go to:  https://multifamilyconference.ca/ref/serenaholmes/

“Inspired to Invest” is proud to support the Beyond Success Program, a not-for-profit financial literacy program for students, launched by More To Give & MAK Investments. Find out more at https://more2give.ca/beyond.

Join us again on Wed., May. 15 to hear from a woman who is investing in real estate while inspiring others to take charge of their financial future.

Thank you for tuning in & remember, “when you invest in yourself, the sky's the limit!"

00:02: Real Estate Investing Introduction
05:28: Diversifying Real Estate Portfolio Strategy
17:02: Real Estate Mentorship and Investing Tip2
25:12: Investing for Success

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