What happens when life's hardships force you to pivot, and how can those very challenges lead to financial freedom?

In this episode, Yonah welcomes Ify Asoh, a dynamic real estate investor and healthcare professional. Ify shares her incredible journey from immigrating to the U.S. with nothing to becoming a successful real estate investor while working two jobs and raising three children. She opens up about the hardships she faced, and how she discovered real estate as a means to create generational wealth. Ify’s story is one of resilience, mindset shifts, and a relentless pursuit of financial independence for her family.

[00:01 - 07:00] The Journey Begins

• Ify's Nigerian roots and her experience immigrating to the U.S.
• Transitioning from chemistry to pharmacy to provide for her family
• Realizing that something needed to change after her divorce

[07:01 - 14:46] Finding Financial Freedom

• Ify’s discovery of investing during the challenges of 2022
• How Ify realized real estate could provide the cash flow she needed
• Transitioning from residential to commercial real estate

[14:47 - 21:25] Creative Financing & Mindset

• Ify’s introduction to Pace Morby and the Subto community
• Learning creative financing, such as subject-to transactions
• The significance of mindset training in achieving success

[21:26 - 28:22] Focus and Finding Your Niche

• How focusing on one goal at a time led to her success in real estate
• The importance of accountability and narrowing down priorities
• Transitioning from residential to acquiring apartment buildings

[28:23 - 35:05] Shifting Goals: Family & Legacy

• How Ify's goals have shifted from wealth to including her children in the journey
• Transferring knowledge and skills to the next generation
• Redefining success as impacting others and enjoying the process

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ify_asoh/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ify.asoh

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"Success is a culmination of all the little different mini-wins I am experiencing on this journey." - Ify Asoh

“Life breaks everyone’s heart at some point. It was my turn, and that led me to real estate.” – Ify Asoh

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What are the biggest challenges and rewards of balancing family, real estate investments, and multifamily syndications? Today, Kimberly McCall discloses her inspiring journey from humble beginnings on a reservation to becoming an active multifamily investor. She discusses the challenges of flipping houses while balancing a growing family and how she transitioned into multifamily investments. Kimberly provides insights on networking, mentorship, and adding value to others. She also dives into asset management, her passion for creating strong operational teams, and how she involves her children in the business.

[00:01 - 07:52] From Flipping to Multifamily

• Embrace humble beginnings and use them as motivation
• Flipping houses can teach invaluable lessons, but it's not the end game
• Reading foundational books like Rich Dad Poor Dad can shift your mindset

[07:53 - 14:50] Passive Income and Syndications

• Multifamily offers better opportunities for passive income
• Hard money lending can be stressful; look for more sustainable options
• Partnering with experienced syndicators accelerates learning

[14:51 - 21:27] The Backbone of Multifamily Success

• Asset management is essential for protecting and growing investor capital
• A strong operational team is just as important as raising capital
• Building repeat relationships with investors is key to long-term success

[21:28 - 28:25] Teaching Kids Real Estate Skills

• Including children in the business builds entrepreneurial skills early on
• Practical involvement, like helping with underwriting, can teach valuable lessons
• Real estate can be a family business, even for young children

[28:26 - 35:04] Creating Value for the Community

• Building a strong network can open doors and create opportunities
• Virtual meetups offer flexibility and inclusivity for participants
• Providing value to others is a core principle in any business venture

Connect with Kimberly:

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knicemkw

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kamccall

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"Asset management is the backbone of real estate investments. Without a good operational team, you can lose both investors and tenants." - Kimberly McCall

"Multifamily real estate is not a one-person show; asset management is a team effort." - Kimberly McCall

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How does one transform a passion for real estate into a thriving business that not only scales but also benefits the community?

In this episode of Weiss Advice, Yonah chats with Denise O'Reilly, a multifaceted entrepreneur with a passion for real estate and assisted living. Denise shares her journey from working in the film industry to becoming a successful real estate investor, with a particular focus on multifamily and senior living communities. She discusses the challenges and rewards of building a business with her husband, the importance of mentorship, and the vision behind her investment fund.

[00:01 - 06:20] The Entrepreneurial Spirit

• Denise's natural inclination to turn every interest into a business
• Transition from the film industry to real estate
• The initial steps in her real estate journey

[06:21 - 12:25] Discovering Multifamily Investing

• The pivotal moment in 2019 that led Denise to multifamily real estate
• How a podcast episode sparked her interest in scaling investments
• The importance of mentorship and continuous learning

[12:26 - 19:08] Merging Passions: Assisted Living and Real Estate

• Denise's personal connection to assisted living through her family's business
• The decision to merge her expertise in multifamily with assisted living
• Building a business that serves both the community and investors

[19:09 - 26:48] Building a Family Business

• Working alongside her husband and the dynamics of their partnership
• The challenges and benefits of turning their shared passions into a business
• How their goals align to create generational wealth

[26:49 - 33:21] Scaling with Purpose: The Future of Assisted Living

• The growing demand for senior living communities
• Denise's vision for expanding her investment fund to meet this need
• The long-term impact of investing in assisted living facilities

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denise.oreilly.321/

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"I have an entrepreneur mindset. Every time I see something, I turn it into a business or think about how it could be a business." - Denise O'Reilly

"Success is about freedom—of time, location, and income, and the ability to give back." - Denise O'Reilly

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