What if you could reach financial independence in your 20s? This week on Invest2FI, we welcome Courtney Frazee, a young and determined real estate investor from Grand Rapids, Michigan. Courtney started her journey at 20 years old, turning a rental dilemma into a profitable house-hacking strategy. She shares how she scaled from her first house hack to a thriving rental portfolio, all while living behind a curtain to maximize her investments.

In this episode, Courtney opens about her unconventional path, the financial risks she took, and the lessons she learned about property management, tenant screening, and leveraging resources. Her story is a testament to financial resilience, strategic investing, and making sacrifices for long-term rewards.

Courtney’s journey proves that financial independence is possible with determination, creativity, and the right strategy. Tune in to hear her firsthand experiences and gain insights into making real estate work for you!

PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
[02:19] Courtney’s unexpected start in real estate after a friend backed out.
[05:07] Learning to house hack: renting out rooms while living behind a curtain.
[10:22] Buying her first home and financing it with a low down payment.
[12:48] How she handled tenant screening and lease agreements successfully.
[16:02] Managing unexpected roommate challenges and ensuring rental income stability.
[21:35] Transitioning to her second property and overcoming financing obstacles.
[25:20] Key lessons learned from handling maintenance and property management.
[28:45] Scaling her real estate portfolio and shifting her mindset for success.
[30:58] The impact of rising interest rates and how it affected her strategy.
[32:15] Moving from pure profitability to comfort while still house hacking.
[33:52] Parting words of wisdom for the listeners.
[34:31] Final hour discussion on lessons learned and next steps.
[37:25] The importance of risk-taking and getting comfortable with the unknown. [39:08] Advice for new investors: Start now, stay consistent, and keep learning.

HOST
Craig Curelop
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefiguy
📘 Book: https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-house-hacking-strategy
🏘️ Buy Real Estate: https://bit.ly/3V3QDze

GUEST
Courtney Frazee
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneyfrazee26/#

Are you wondering how to build businesses that allow you to travel the world? In this episode, Craig is with Adrienne Greene, an experienced entrepreneur and real estate investor who has successfully built a real estate portfolio and virtual staffing business while living abroad. She made the leap from a traditional W2 job to running multiple businesses remotely, and in this episode, she shares her inspiring journey.

Adrienne’s path began with real estate investing on a farm, and she discovered the power of house hacking by renting out a basement to generate income. As her portfolio grew, she scaled her investments through systems and virtual assistants, making the process smoother and more efficient. Balancing real estate investing with family life while traveling full-time wasn’t easy, but Adrienne found ways to make it work.

She also reveals the technology tools that keep her business running effortlessly. Tune in to learn how you can build a business that supports your dreams, whether you're at home or traveling the world. This episode is packed with actionable insights to help you achieve financial freedom, automate your business, and live life on your terms.

PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
[02:31] - Adrienne Greene joins the show from Hanoi, Vietnam.
[03:41] - Adrienne talks about her experience traveling with her family.
[05:41] - Adrienne explains how she transitioned from finance to teaching.
[07:54] - Adrienne shares her first step into entrepreneurship through tutoring.
[08:34] - Adrienne recounts starting a family farm and the lessons learned.
[10:58] - How Adrienne turned her family farm into an investment opportunity.
[13:38] - Adrienne discusses her first real estate purchase, a family farm.
[17:23] - Adrienne shares the numbers on her first farm deal and its profitability.
[20:56] - Transitioning from a farm to a more profitable real estate strategy.
[24:33] - How Adrienne scaled up condos in Northern Virginia.
[27:43] - The power of investing in rental properties for cash flow.
[30:48] - Adrienne’s big move to Myrtle Beach and the start of short-term rentals. [33:58] - Lessons from managing short-term rentals remotely and building systems.
[36:48] - Adrienne talks about her short-term rental experience with Airbnb.
[39:18] - How automation and outsourcing systems help Adrienne travel while managing properties.

HOST
Craig Curelop
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefiguy
📘 Book: https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-house-hacking-strategy
🏘️ Buy Real Estate: https://bit.ly/3V3QDze

GUEST
Adrienne Greene
📘Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ARealGreen123/
🌐Website: https://adriennegreen.com/
🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arealgreen/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arealgreen

Are you wondering how real estate investing can lead to financial freedom while traveling the world? In this episode of Invest2FI, Craig Kerlop is joined by Sarah Weaver, a successful real estate investor who turned house hacking into a six-figure income. Sarah shares how she bought her first property for $115K, transforming it into a $1.4M portfolio. She also discusses her strategy of renting out multiple properties remotely, generating $6,000 per month in passive income. Discover her tips for scaling with virtual assistants, how she achieved financial freedom by age 28, and how house hacking and mid-term rentals helped fund her travels. Whether you're just starting or looking to scale, Sarah’s story offers actionable insights on turning real estate investments into a thriving business while enjoying life on the go.

PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
[03:39] - Sarah’s $115K property and her $1.4M portfolio growth.
[7:20] - How Sarah started house hacking to generate $6,000 per month.
[12:00] - Financing strategies: Minimal funds and leveraging creative deals.
[17:50] - Growing from one rental to 20 properties while traveling.
[22:30] - Managing properties remotely through systems and virtual assistants.
[30:10] - The rise of mid-term rentals and their role in passive income.
[35:45] - Key mindset for first-time investors looking to scale.
[40:20] - The power of virtual assistants in scaling remotely.
[47:00] - Lessons learned scaling a business from $115K to $1.4M.
[53:15]- Remote property management strategies to keep profits high.
[58:30] - Finding the right team to make remote real estate management work.

HOST
Craig Curelop
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefiguy
📘 Book: https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-house-hacking-strategy
🏘️ Buy Real Estate: https://bit.ly/3V3QDze

GUEST
Sarah Weaver
📘Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahdweaverpage
🌐Website: https://www.sarahdweaver.com/
🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahdweaver/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahdweaver/