Stacks and the City

Hello wonderful people. On today's episode, I delve into how I failed at entrepreneurship three times- and counting. I don't think we hear enough information on how entrepreneuship is difficult, frustrating, and a constant failure. This isn't an episode where I tell you it gets better and to keep going. It's an episode where I tell you honestly how difficult this journey has been....

Hello everyone! Today I talk about the job search and why it has been so hard to get a job.

Hello everyone! This is Ashley from Stacks and the City and I want to share with you why I feel like the information that radiates social media on our 30s is 100% a lie: and here's why: Lie #1: You're so much more confident in the way you look. NOT TRUE AT ALLLL- especially when you factor having children, weight gain, and this strange new word: collagen. There's even more pressure to...

Hello everyone. I wanted to let you know about the future of Stacks and the City. I always strive to be real and honest with you. Let me know what you think!

Hello everyone! Today I talk about the different ways to budget and where it comes from. Do you keep a budget? Are you a budget person? Let me know! Follow me @stacksnthecity

Good morning everyone and happy Monday. I had the pleasure of attending (and participating in!) the wedding of a wonderful friend of mine. It was truly beautiful, romantic, and celebratory. HOWEVER- being a bridesmaid wasn't cheap AT ALL! There were so many things we had to pay for- including dresses, makeup, transportation, last minute what have yous- it's insane! Luckily for you, I have...

Today's episode we delve into the strange world of the sale. Why do we sell? How much can I make from the sale of a home? What's the process of the home sale like? I discuss my feelings and what the process is like in this episode and more. Follow @stacksnthecity

It's time to stop beating around the bush and share the actual numbers that I made investing in rental properties. Is it worth it? What were the expenses? How much did I keep? What did I spend all of that money on? I will have this answered and so much more in this episode. Please comment and let me know what you think! Follow me @stacksnthecity

Hello wonderful people! Today's solo episode is going to be all about how to find the perfect real estate agent for you. No raggedy real estate agents in 2023! We want to make sure there's an agent that works for you and your needs. Here are the questions you should consider when looking for agents. 1.   How many years of experience do you have? 2.  What types of clients do you mostly work...

Hello wonderful people! It's so great to be back chatting with you. We're changing it up a bit from our normally scheduled programming to speak on something that will put a well meaning person financially out- a wedding and bachelorette season. It is high. I have some tips on my own expereince on how to save and prepare for an expensive wedding season. At the end of the day remember- this is NOT y...

Helloooooo!!!!!!! It has been months since we've last spoken and I want to come out of hiding and say hello. I am so excited to be behind the mic and share with you what's been going on.  In this eposode we'll discuss... - Where I've been - Mental state ans real estate - Move from DC to Houston I can't wait to hear more from you! You're amazing!

In this episode rewind, I want to replay my episode on the real estate market with real estate agent Keith James. Find out how he started in his real estate journey, how he amassed multiple properties, and why he's made it a mission to educate and empower his community through home ownership.

Hello everyone and welcome to yet another fantastic episode of Stacks and the City. In this episode I'm going to share with you how to start investing in real estate with no money at all.  It is so important to find a strategy that works for you and stick with it. Money can be hard to find, but it's more intuitive than you think. I look forward to hearing from you. Make sure you subscribe and...

Hello wonderful people! I've decided to throw in the towel and sell the money pit I own. I can't wait to share details and what I've learned. Stay tuned!  Want more (of course you do)?! Sign up for my FREE newsletter: https://stacks-and-the-city.ck.page/3080de8ef0

Hello amazing people! I hope you're well. I want to share with you all some tips to get a profitable piece of real estate from the very beginning! At the end of the day, the most important component to success is doing as much research from the beginning! Want more (of course you do)?! Sign up for my FREE newsletter: https://stacks-and-the-city.ck.page/3080de8ef0

Hello hello hello! In today's episode I continue my epic conversation into the wonderful world of refinancing. We are one step closer to closing on the refinance of my principle property...so exciting! In today's episode I share my experience with refinancing and why it's so easy to spend money when you don't have any. (whew) Want more (of course you do)?! Sign up for my FREE newsletter: https://s...

Hello wonderful people! Today I want to share with you my wonderful journey into the world of refinance. I'm taking advantage of the equity in my property to generate more assets. Listen in as I explain the process of refinancing! Want more (of course you do)?! Sign up for my FREE newsletter: https://stacks-and-the-city.ck.page/3080de8ef0

Hello wonderful people! Today's episode I interview Kendra Barnes of The Key Resource.  She's been able to retire from her traditional 9-5 job at the age of 32 to focus on whatever she wanted to focus on. It was such a pleasure to hear and speak on her life and how she was able to use real estate in a way that worked for her life. A couple of lessons I want to pay attention to: MAKE MISTAKES!...

Hello wonderful and fabulous money makers! Today we're going to delve into the day in the life of a Real Estate investor (ahem, me). We go into detail on what happens on a day-to-day when investing and managing real estate. Acquiring is one thing, but maintaining is a completely different ball game situation. Tune in to hear what I do! You're amazing and fabulous!!! Want more (of course you do)?!...

Hello again amazing and wonderful people! Today I'm going to share with you the ONLY thing you need to buy real estate- ok fine, maybe not the only thing. However, this is hands down the most important component to acquiring real estate. That is....CREDIT! How good are you at paying someone back? If you have excellent credit and little to no money or income, acquiring real estate is more possible...

Hello wonderful people! I first want to thank each and every one of you for sharing, emailing me, and subscribing to the podcast! I’m so grateful. Let’s make this the top money podcast in the podcasting metasphere (is that a word?!). Today’s episode gives you a deep dive on my real estate journey. We’re talking highs, lows, rock bottoms, and come ups. I share how I got started, how I was able to a...

Good morning wonderful and amazing people! Hopefully as you see this, it should be somewhat snowing. This week's episode is all about Stacks and the City's experience with Airbnb. Is it worth it? Are the guests over the top? What should you do if you want to have a successful short term rental unit? I'm going to delve into the down and dirty on all things Airbnb including numbers- yes, dollas ya'l...

Hello beautiful wonderful and amazing people!!! There is another amazing episode of Stacks and the City ready and it's all about the money mentality you've created for yourself over the years. Everyone has a relationship with money. Some may be healthy, some may fear it, some want to completely avoid it. Generally, people fall into two categories with money: natural saver or natural spender. Natur...

Hey everyone! I know it's been such a long time and I really missed you all. I want to take some time to share with you all what's been going on in my life and the future of Stacks and the City. I've had a truly tough second half of 2021 and have doubted myself and my abilities. Tune in to listen to what's gone on, lessons I've learned and what's next for Stacks and the City.

Hello wonderful, amazing, and great people. Today we're talking to the fantastic Teri Ijeoma of Trade and Travel, an online program dedicated to teaching people how to not only invest in the stock market, but to generate profit from it INSTANTLY. Her story is truly one of that so many of us can relate to. She started as a hard-working yet unfulfilled educator who soon learned how to maneuver the s...