BTM 90: The American Dream Does Not Build Wealth with Kendra Barnes
Kendra Barnes is on a mission to change the perception of what a Real Estate Investor is supposed to look like by encouraging and empowering millennials to invest in Real Estate. By the age of 30 she owned and managed 7 rental units. No, she did not hit the lottery nor was she left a hefty inheritance. She started out in Real Estate Investment with the goal of building wealth but had no idea what she was doing and jumped in anyways. These days, Kendra and her husband are owners of several investment properties in the Maryland and D.C. areas and educate others on all things real estate.
On today’s episode, Kendra and I discuss the challenges of living “The American Dream” and although she started her journey with a great life how she’s a big advocate for those who start with with nothing. Kendra is a big fan of Robert Kiyosaki but originally got started with no education in the space and just decided to take the leap of faith. Find out more on Kendra’s journey by listening to the interview.
Key Points From This Episode:
- How to blow past the mental blocks and get started
- Why the American Dream is not the dream after all
- How Kendra got started in real estate with no formal education
- The benefits of house hacking and living for free
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Before the Millions Book:
Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki
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Lifestyle Design App:
BTM 40: Free By 26 – Escaping the Rat Race with Diego Corzo
On today’s show, we step into the world of real estate investor Diego Corzo. Diego is an Austin, Tx native and the founder of Free and FreeBy26.com to help millennials discover that they don’t have to settle for societal norms.
As a real estate investor, he purchased his first investment property at the age of 23. Fast forward 3 years, he now own 8 properties giving him passive income every month. He keeps his expenses low while still being able to do what he loves. His goal is to be financially free before he turns 27. To be financially free he need to make $5,000 a month. On the show he shares his struggles and successes and my mindset through this journey.
Links mentioned in the show:
Passive Cashflow Lifestyle Facebook Group
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