A Few Good Doors

In this special holiday episode I'm sitting down with three other amazing women  to talk about breaking spells. That’s a fun way of saying it, but what we’re really talking about is patterns, learned behaviors, conditioning, and all sorts of things that, if not recognized fully, can prevent us from reaching our full potential and living our best lives.  As real estate investors, it's qui...

I’m pulling back the curtain on how we got started in real estate investing.  Spoiler alert: it all began with an Airbnb in our backyard. In this minisode, I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes of our six-year journey with short-term rentals—from building our ADU to navigating Portland’s ever-evolving STR laws, managing (and outsourcing) guests, and yes... restocking way too much toilet paper. If you’...

In today’s episode, I'm talking with Julie and Jaelle — two real estate agents turned real estate investors who are combining creative financing, smart renovations, and heart to shake up the investing space. We talk about seller financing strategies, fix and flip projects, and how they’re raising the next generation of investors (yes, their teens are on the job site!). Julie and Jaelle are th...

 This episode is all about helping the next generation-our kids-start building wealth now instead of waiting until "someday." If you’re a parent, auntie, mentor, or just someone who cares deeply about legacy, this one’s for you. We’re talking about creative ways to get young adults into their first property—even in today’s wild market. Think co-signing, first-time homebuyer programs, sel...

In this episode, I’m joined by Justin Ford—former firefighter, Coast Guard captain, and one of the only people on the planet who’s made short-term rental safety his full-time mission. He’s seen it all, and let me tell you, once you hear what he knows about outdated smoke alarms, trip hazards, and record keeping, you’ll never look at your rental the same way again. We dive into why safety is actual...

If you've ever dreamed of investing in real estate but felt like you needed more money, more experience, or more time—this minisode is for you. Erin Clark didn’t start with capital or a plan. She started with a willingness to say yes and learn by doing. In this powerful highlight reel from my full-length conversation with Erin, you'll hear the 10 most empowering takeaways from her journe...

In this episode, your host, Ann Reed, gets vulnerable and shares her personal story about money wounds, and how they've played a role in her journey as a real estate investor. Top takeaways from this episode are: 1. Your Money Story Shapes Your Investment Path Ann opens up about the generational money patterns she inherited—and how recognizing those patterns helped her rewrite her financial f...

The most successful real estate investors know what feels right and take action accordingly. In this conversation with Kimberly Gayle she shows us how to find that alignment through her work as branding specialist. It's all about knowing what's in alignment for you and showing up authentically. Here are theTop 10 Takeaways from this episode: 1. You can love the work and still feel deeply...

If the idea of managing your own rental properties makes you want to run for the hills—you are not alone. In today’s episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on the world of property management with Derek from NetGain PM, who brings a refreshing, heart-centered approach to an often-overlooked part of real estate investing. Derek shares how he built a thriving company managing over 650 units in Utah...

Today, I’m talking to Erin Bradley, of Pursuing Freedom Official. She’s a speaker, a coach, an author, and a podcaster, as well as a successful real estate investor. Erin is high vibe, and down to earth all wrapped into one, and her message resonates so much with me. Like so many in real estate, as a lender, Erin followed the roadmap to success, and while her numbers indicated she was successful,...

What does death have to do with real estate investing? More than you think. In this deeply meaningful episode, I sit down with Christy Braun—death doula, guide, and soul-centered trailblazer—to explore what it means to truly live. We talk about preparing for the inevitable in a way that brings peace, presence, and purpose into your life now. From navigating my own father’s sudden passing to the fi...

Today’s episode is part nervous system reset, part soul-aligned success strategy—and 100% what every real estate investor needs to hear. I’m sitting down with the radiant Erin Wallen, a stress and freedom coach who helps high-achieving women create extraordinary success without sacrificing their sanity, relationships, or health. We met at a Cathy Heller retreat (because of course we did), and I kn...

If you've ever told yourself, “I don’t have time to invest,” or “I should already know how to do this,” this minisode is your wake-up call. Chelsea Wright—coach, speaker, Realtor, and real estate systems ninja—drops truth bombs on the stories that hold us back, the identity work required to break through, and why building wealth starts with boundaries and belief. In just a few minutes, you&ap...

Having recently celebrated the one year anniversary of this podcast, it felt fitting to create this minisode of highlights from the first A Few Good Doors podcast, S1 E1. If you haven’t yet listened to Episode One of A Few Good Doors , I highly recommend going back to the beginning. Vince was the perfect guest to help kick off this podcast because his teachings made real estate investing feel not...

What started out as an invitation for my guest, Ben Kirkpatrick, to pick my  brain about real estate investing, ended up  turning into a very spiritual conversation. Ben is a self-proclaimed “newbie investor” who took the plunge and the first property he purchased is an investment property as opposed to a primary residence, a trend that is becoming more common amongst first-time homebuyers. When a...

In this episode, your host, Ann Reed, flips the script and shows up as a guest along with her husband, Dexter, to share their journey as real estate investors-something neither of them ever imagined they'd be doing, until they did. Here are the top takeaways from today's show.  1. You Don’t Need a Fortune—Just the Right Knowledge “If you have the funds but don’t know the rules of the gam...

In this episode, Astin Brown, a relational therapist and coach, who also happens to be a budding real estate investor shares her tips, tricks, and advice on how to show up as the best version of yourself and how to effectively share your desires in a relationship-trust me, this is integral when approaching real estate investments. Astin also asks me her burning questions and gets advice on how to...

In this minisode, you'll gain valuable insights on how to select the right type of investment property. We’ll touch on how to look at the numbers and other key factors to set you up for success as an investor. 1. Get in the Game – Long-Term Vision Over Short-Term Perfection Ann emphasized that real estate investing is a long game . Many empowered investors stay on the sidelines waiting for a...

You don’t have to choose between a spiritually, soul-aligned life and making money. In fact, it is my guest, Lia Dunlap's belief, one that I happen to share, that we are meant to be prosperous and living on purpose.  Lia is the Intuitive Business Architect behind Oracle On Purpose, LLC, and has been transforming the lives of women business leaders, entrepreneurs, and owners for over 28 years....

In this minisode, you'll gain valuable insights into my personal investment strategy and what I teach those who are wanting to start investing in real estate. You'll also get a taste of what working with me looks like and hear from past students whose feedback is the inspiration for creating the Soulful Investor Society. 1. The Power of Leveraging Home Equity for Long-Term Wealth Real es...

On today’s episode, Dawn Maynor, of Manifest More with Dawn is sharing with us exactly how she manifested her dream home using a variety of modalities that she’s learned and now uses in her coaching business. . Dawn is a manifestation coach and she’s walking us through steps that everyone can take to manifest the life of their dreams. These same principles can be used to manifest a lucrative real...

This is the first in a series of Minisodes, created to give you bite-sized nuggets to help you on your journey as a real estate investor.  Here are the top five takeaways from this minisode: Fear-Based Inaction: Many people hesitate to invest in real estate due to fear, whether it’s about making mistakes, committing large amounts of money, or not having enough time. Helping people overcome these f...

On today's episode, Melissa Appleton talks about hard money and private money lending and how both can be valuable tools for real estate investing. Melissa is a certified Hard money broker and funding expert with DeBerry Funding. She also has a passion for real estate investing, specializing in creative solutions for fix and flips, mid -term rentals and ADU conversions. Melissa is dedicated t...

On Today’s episode, Beth Silverman shares how she went from $200,000 in debt to building a real estate business and real estate investment portfolio. She  believes that anyone can achieve financial freedom and passive income through strategic real estate investments. She’s ranked in the top 1.5% of Realtors nationwide by Real Trends and she’s built a reputation as a powerhouse investment specialis...

Jessica is such a bright star in the real estate industry, and this interview provides a blueprint for building a service driven real estate and investment business while emphasizing the importance of mindset, clarity, and consistent action. With this, Jessica reflects the ethos of empowered leadership in real estate, which surely played a part in her being named EXP realty's icon of the year...