Are you dreaming of financial freedom through real estate but don’t know where to begin? This episode of Invest2fi has a story that might be the spark you need. Erin Bradley, speaker and trainer, bestselling author, host and former mortgage lender, joins us to share how she changed her life and career through smart real estate investing. Starting as an accidental investor, Erin became a financially free coach, focusing on a slow and steady approach to wealth. She used a simple “buy and hold” strategy with properties in Denver and beyond, turning small investments into big financial gains.
Get ready for practical advice on making real estate work for you, no matter your starting point. Erin’s insights on scaling, taking risks, and embracing bold choices show what it takes to design the life you truly want.
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Podcast Highlights:
[3:20] Erin shares her initial journey from a mortgage lender to a real estate investor.
[6:10] Buying her first property in 2008 and her early strategy for building wealth through real estate.
[10:50] Discussion on the differences between real estate deals in 2008, 2010, and 2012 versus today.
[14:30] How Erin transitioned from the lending industry to a full-time real estate coach.
[18:25] Challenges of out-of-state investments and managing properties in diverse markets like the Smoky Mountains.
[22:00] Tips on slow, methodical investing and why Erin values a “buy and hold” strategy.
[26:15] Handling unexpected issues with short-term rentals and the role of intuition in real estate.
[30:45] How to build a stable rental portfolio that supports financial independence.
[34:20] Erin reflects on moving her family multiple times to build her real estate portfolio.
[39:30] Leveraging her properties to achieve financial freedom and transition out of the mortgage industry.
[42:15] Erin’s advice for new investors looking to enter today’s challenging real estate market.
[46:50] The benefits of passive income, syndications, and diversifying beyond residential real estate.
[50:40] Erin’s future plans for investing and her evolving interests in business ownership.
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Important Links
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
Erin Bradley
📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pursuingfreedomofficial/
📚Erin’s Guide on Referrals: https://erin-bradley.mykajabi.com/5-step-opt-in
🌐Website: https://www.pursuingfreedom.com/
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