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 quite possible that you might find yourself in need of breaking patterns around money, midlife, motherhood and perfectionism. Along with my guests Christy Livingston, Celeste DiDona, and Brigitt Tucker, we'll share what we've learned that might help you break some spells of your own. The top takeaways from today's show are:

1. Awareness is the first spellbreaker.

Before you can change your money story—or any pattern—you have to see it. This conversation reveals how many of our beliefs about wealth, worth, and success were inherited, not chosen.

You can’t shift what you can’t see, and once you do see it, the pattern starts to lose its power.

2. You can have both love and money.

You can reframe your understanding of abundance. In fact, love and wealth can coexist.

This truth speaks to every woman who’s dimmed her ambition out of fear that success would cost her connection. You can be wealthy, loved, grounded, and free—all at once.

3. Financial sovereignty is non-negotiable.

Generations of women were taught to depend rather than decide, to save rather than grow. Empowerment means owning your financial seat at the table.

When you understand that investing isn’t reserved for someone else, you stop waiting for permission and start building your own portfolio of power.

4. Ease is the new measure of success.

Bridget reframes what it means to “have it all.” Real success isn’t about holding everything together through exhaustion—it’s about designing systems that honor your wholeness.

This is a call for women to build wealth and lives that sustain them, not deplete them.

5. Model the new paradigm—for your family and your future.

Every choice you make around money, boundaries, and balance teaches the next generation what’s possible.

Want to learn more about real estate investing? Hop on the waitlist for the Investor Era: Real Estate Revolution, a community membership for real estate investors and those who'd like to get in the game. Once on the waitlist, you'll be the first to know when the doors open AND you'll get lots of amazing freebies, including a FREE 1:1 coaching session with me, where we'll map out your plan from start to finish, so you can finally buy that investment property and scale your portfolio.

You can also find me on IG @annreedandco where I share daily musings on real estate, mindfulness, being an almost empty nester, and more.

You can also follow our guests:

Christie Livingstone Meditation and Challenge:

https://meditation-08a.mvt.so/challenges/8-week-challenge-breaking-the-spell-of-should

Celeste DiDona:

https://www.instagram.com/the_conscious_coach_/?hl=en

Brigitt Tucker:

https://www.instagram.com/believe.n.thrive/?hl=en

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’re thinking about turning your space into a short-term rental or just curious about how STRs actually work, this episode is packed with honest insights, lessons learned, and practical tips for new and seasoned hosts alike. I’m also diving into what I believe is the next wave for real estate investors—and why the Airbnb model may not be the golden ticket it once was.

Here are the top takeaways from this episode:

1. Start with the Worst-Case Scenario to Run the Numbers

Before falling in love with Airbnb income projections, ground yourself in financial reality. Ann recommends always asking: Would this property still make sense as a long-term rental?

2. Know the Rules Before You Buy (and Expect Them to Change)

Short-term rental success isn’t just about aesthetics and occupancy—it's about legality. Understanding permitting, zoning, taxes, and even HOA restrictions can make or break your investment.

3. STRs Are Seasonal, Hands-On, and Require Replenishable Inventory

Cash flow might be stronger than long-term rentals, but you’re essentially running a mini hotel. STRs require ongoing expenses, restocking, and attention to comfort and cleanliness.

4. Property Management Isn’t All or Nothing, Find a Hybrid Model

If you don’t want to be glued to your phone managing guest check-ins, consider hybrid options. Tech tools and part-time managers can help balance profitability and peace of mind.

5. Trends Change, Be Willing to Evolve

Market cycles matter. Ann reminds us to zoom out and consider new models like midterm rentals or co-living before jumping into saturated strategies.

Want to learn more about real estate investing? Hop on the waitlist for the Soulful Investor Society, a community membership for real estate investors and those who'd like to get in the game. Once on the waitlist, you'll be the first to know when the doors open AND you'll get lots of amazing freebies, including a FREE 1:1 coaching session with me, where we'll map out your plan from start to finish, so you can finally buy that investment property and scale your portfolio.

You can also find me on IG @annreedandco where I share daily musings on real estate, mindfulness, being an almost empty nester, and more.

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 the founders of Women Real Estate Investors of Oregon (WREIO) — a fast-growing, women-led real estate investing community that’s helping women take action and build generational wealth.

We dive into what it really takes to become a successful real estate investor, why community over competition is more than a catchphrase, and how intentional investing can create lasting impact.

Here are the top takeaways from this episode:

1. Real Estate as a Tool for Generational Wealth

Julie and Jaelle didn’t just find their way into real estate — they aligned around a shared mission to use it for long-term impact.

This shared vision has shaped their investing strategies, their business model, and how they involve their kids in the process.

2. Renovating for Profit—and for Purpose

Fix and flip isn’t just a hustle—it’s a smart, intentional strategy when the math checks out. These two make sure it aligns with their goals before diving in.

They also factor in the time-value equation and whether a project allows for family involvement, which ties back to their bigger “why.”

3. Seller Financing as a Creative Win-Win

Julie and Jaelle are using seller financing to structure deals that benefit everyone—especially the seller’s bottom line.

By negotiating directly, they were able to avoid extra fees, lower the interest rate, and create a smoother, more personal transaction.

4. Building a Women-Centered Investing Community

WREIO (Women Real Estate Investors of Oregon) began with a dozen women and now has over 1,100. It's become a hub of empowerment and action.

Whether they’re hosting in-person meetups, launching a virtual seminar series, or celebrating wins on Facebook, Julie and Jaelle are creating a space where women collaborate—not compete.

5. Community Is the Catalyst for Action

For anyone hesitant to get started, this was their powerful message: Whether you’re a noob (yes, they went there) or a seasoned investor, the encouragement, experience, and wisdom inside this community are what move people from fear to action.

To see what WREIO is all about check out their socials here:

https://www.instagram.com/wreio.oregon/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/wreio/

You can Find Julie and Jaelle here:

https://www.instagram.com/thejaygrouprealestate/

https://thejaygroup.kw.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacmmgbN12unP6Vjcdd-UtKdP4o7jEyHdOgxGFxHaz3V_aHQOORrjUTbNldhzQ_aem_kqezhp3irW-vMvPIrwyyjA

Want to learn more about real estate investing? Hop on the waitlist for the Soulful Investor Society, a community membership for real estate investors and those who'd like to get in the game. Once on the waitlist, you'll be the first to know when the doors open AND you'll get lots of amazing freebies, including a FREE 1:1 coaching session with me, where we'll map out your plan from start to finish, so you can finally buy that investment property or grow your portfolio.