Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast From 0 Properties to Full-Time Investor with Ashley Kehr
Sep 18, 2025
Ashley Kehr, a real estate investor and host of the Rookie Podcast, transformed her lack of experience into a flourishing full-time investing career. She shares key insights on her journey, including the mistakes she made and the lessons learned. Ashley discusses the importance of partnerships, funding techniques like seller financing, and the necessity to balance growth with solid operations. For new investors, she emphasizes strategies like house-hacking and maintaining a steady income. Her passion for empowering rookies shines through every tip!
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From Accountant To Property Manager
- Ashley quit accounting and became a property manager for a 40-unit apartment complex with no prior experience.
- That hands-on role taught her operations and sparked her decision to invest in real estate.
First Deal Funded By A Partner
- Ashley partnered 50-50 with her friend’s son to buy a duplex after one year of managing properties.
- He provided the capital and they split equity while Ashley managed operations and tenants.
First Deal Budget Surprises
- On her first duplex she forgot to budget for snow plowing and an electrical panel upgrade.
- These oversights reduced cash flow and added unexpected rehab costs.
