The InvestHER Podcast

EPISODE 568: Unsure whether you’ll have the income you need to live life on your own terms? Tune in as Liz and Andresa sit down with Mary Lyons to reveal what your financial planner isn’t telling you, along with how to create wealth that actually feels aligned. If you’re ready for a more grounded, fulfilling approach to building wealth, this episode is for you.What to listen for:Maintaining a scorecard based on other people’s expectations keeps you from feeling fulfilled, no matter how much money you make. (00:56)Breaking your big vision into a tangible plan will let you use money as a tool to build a satisfying life, but you have to know what you want. (12:05)How to compound income rather than focusing solely on building net worth, because your cash flow determines your lifestyle. (19:21)The importance of getting liquid when you have underperforming properties to replenish your capital and get your income flowing again. (24:44)About Mary Lyons:Named by USA Today as one of the most innovative financial advisors in the country, Mary Lyons is on a mission to change the way Americans think about wealth. Her clients call her “the Brené Brown of personal finance” for her ability to blend expertise with deep human insight. As a second-generation financial advisor, she grew up learning that wealth isn’t just about numbers—it’s a tool to create impact, security, and opportunity for generations to come.In the top 1% of her industry nationwide, Mary is a sought-after speaker and educator, training advisors at major financial firms and sharing game-changing strategies at national conferences. She helps ambitious professionals move beyond outdated financial models and embrace modern, intentional strategies that align with their values and goals. Her approach isn’t just about growing wealth—it’s about designing a life of financial freedom, significance, and lasting legacy.Mary believes that success should never come at the cost of living fully in the present. She works with those who want to have it all—abundance, impact, and the ability to enjoy what they’ve built. With humility, wisdom, and an innovative approach, she dynamically empowers her clients to step into the next level of financial prosperity with confidence.Connect with Mary:http://www.wealthwoman.com/ Facebook and Instagram: @thewealthwoman***InvestHER® CommunityAchieve Financial Freedom: Build a Life on Your Terms with a Community of Driven Women InvestorsInvestHER Assessment: Take this 5-minute quiz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start here: https://d90bdsg67z0.typeform.com/to/LQEgbB3M  Live Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register here: https://therealestateinvesther.com/trainings  InvestHER CON: The #1 premier conference for women in real estate. It’s time to invest intentionally so every decision you make builds cash flow and buys back your time. Register now! https://investhercon.therealestateinvesther.com/  STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by design, not default. Scale with proven strategies, playbooks, and powerful connections. We help women invest strategically to increase cash flow and buy back their time. Doors open in June & December. Apply here » https://mentorship.therealestateinvesther.com/  Need help? Submit a support ticket here:https://share.hsforms.com/1eH2kI0p2QFat8rsY6FcFdQdi2j2  See you in the arena!Liz & Andresa

EPISODE 567: Liz and Andresa answer the question: Why does growing your business feel so hard if you’re doing “everything right”? If you feel like you have no time left at the end of the day to actually expand your portfolio and get ahead, it’s not simply a time problem. You need a process-based approach that allows you to operate as the wealth-building CEO that you are, and that’s exactly what you’ll learn in today’s conversation.What to listen for:You don't have a time problem; you have a process problem, and you need to shift into growing your business rather than being the bottleneck. (0:48)The one major habit you need to form that feels overwhelming but frees you up to build a sustainable business that doesn’t require you 24/7. (03:18)Four things to do differently in your business that will allow you to achieve the biggest and most significant goals you’ve gotten stuck on. (09:11)Making the most of the time you gain back through these strategies so that you don’t end up spinning your wheels in new ways. (12:44)***InvestHER® CommunityAchieve Financial Freedom: Build a Life on Your Terms with a Community of Driven Women InvestorsInvestHER Assessment: Take this 5-minute quiz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start here.  Live Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register here.  InvestHER CON: The #1 premier conference for women in real estate. It’s time to invest intentionally so every decision you make builds cash flow and buys back your time. Register now!  STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by design, not default. Scale with proven strategies, playbooks, and powerful connections. We help women invest strategically to increase cash flow and buy back their time. Doors open in June & December. Apply here » Need help? Submit a support ticket here.  See you in the arena!Liz & Andresa

EPISODE 566: Liz and Andresa unpack why so many women investors get stuck in analysis paralysis and delay their next move. If you feel like you need more knowledge, more confidence, or more clarity before you act, this episode shows why that mindset is holding you back. Clarity comes from action, not perfection, and this conversation walks you through how to move forward without having all the answers.What to listen for:Why readiness is a moving target and how to build momentum even when life feels chaotic, and the timing seems ‘bad’. (01:00)How to avoid getting stuck in perpetual learning with books, podcasts, and courses, and start asking yourself, “What can I test today?” (05:51)The one thing women who take action have in common is their “safety net” of the women with whom they surround themselves. (09:28)To take action steps and to move from knowing into doing, you must answer the question, “Who do you need to become to align yourself with that?” (10:27)InvestHER® Community:Achieve Financial Freedom: Build a Life on Your Terms with a Community of Driven Women InvestorsInvestHER Assessment: Take this 5-minute quiz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start here.Live Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register here. InvestHER CON: The #1 premier conference for women in real estate. It’s time to invest intentionally so every decision you make builds cash flow and buys back your time. Register now!STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by design, not default. Scale with proven strategies, playbooks, and powerful connections. We help women invest strategically to increase cash flow and buy back their time. Doors open in June & December. Apply here » Need help? Submit a support ticket here.See you in the arena!Liz & Andresa

Episode 565: Your portfolio isn’t stuck — you’re just growing in the wrong direction. Here’s how to fix it.In this minisode, Liz and Andresa unpack why so many women real estate investors feel busy but not growing. From managing tenants and contractors to juggling endless to-dos, it’s easy to confuse movement with momentum. But if your portfolio has stalled, the problem might not be effort — it’s alignment.This episode dives into three powerful mindset and strategy shifts to help you pivot with purpose, focus your energy where it matters most, and get back to building wealth on your terms.Here’s what you’ll learn in Episode 565:The hidden reason your business feels stuck — and how to pivot your strategy without starting over.Why doing more doesn’t equal progress, and how to focus your attention for real growth.How to turn vague goals into actionable plans that actually move your business forward.A simple framework to identify what’s working, what’s holding you back, and where to take your next step.Listen to Episode #565 “Why Your Real Estate Is Not Growing (and How to Fix It)” now on all podcast platforms.Tune in on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | The Real Estate InvestHER NetworkAt InvestHER® we believe every woman has the birthright to become financially free. A platform where driven women investors gain access to strategic knowledge, real investment opportunities, and a high-level network.InvestHER Assessment: Take this 5 min quiz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start hereLive Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register hereInvestHER Plus: Leverage AI and Network with purpose. Built for driven real estate investors who understand the value of strategic relationships and refuse to waste time connecting with the wrong people. Discover all the benefits and join today!InvestHER CON: The #1 premier conference for women in real estate. It’s time to invest intentionally so every decision you make builds cash flow and buys back your time. Register now!STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by design, not default. Scale with proven strategies, playbooks, and powerful connections. We help women invest strategically to increase cash flow and buy back their time. Doors open in June & December. Apply here »Need help? Submit a support ticket here: Get HelpSee you in the arena!Liz & Andresa

Episode 564: Private Money Mistakes to AvoidBorrowing private money for your next deal? Don’t make these costly mistakes.In this week’s minisode, Liz and Andresa break down the top three mistakes investors make when using private money—and how to avoid them. Whether you’re funding your first flip or scaling your portfolio, understanding how private lending really works is key to protecting your profit and building long-term credibility with lenders.Here’s what you’ll learn in Episode 564:The real cost of private money—and the hidden fees most investors overlook.How to choose the right deal structure (debt vs. equity) and avoid legal or partnership headaches.Why your financial projections on paper matter more than what’s in your head—and how to stress test your numbers for best and worst-case scenarios.Bonus: How to build long-term relationships with private lenders who trust you enough to fund deal after deal.Listen to Episode #564 “Private Money Mistakes to Avoid” now on all podcast platforms.At InvestHER® we believe every woman has the birthright to become financially free. A platform where driven women investors gain access to strategic knowledge, real investment opportunities, and a high-level network.InvestHER Assessment: Take this 5 min quiz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start hereLive Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register hereInvestHER Plus: Leverage AI and Network with purpose. Built for driven real estate investors who understand the value of strategic relationships and refuse to waste time connecting with the wrong people. Discover all the benefits and join today!InvestHER CON: The #1 premier conference for women in real estate. It’s time to invest intentionally so every decision you make builds cash flow and buys back your time. Register now!STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by design, not default. Scale with proven strategies, playbooks, and powerful connections. We help women invest strategically to increase cash flow and buy back their time. Doors open in June & December. Apply here »Need help? Submit a support ticket here: Get HelpSee you in the arena!Liz & Andresa

EPISODE 563: How to Evaluate a Triple Net (NNN) LeaseTired of tenant headaches, constant maintenance calls, and shrinking cash flow?Maybe it’s time to level up your portfolio with triple net (NNN) leases.In this week’s minisode, Liz and Andresa break down how to evaluate a triple net lease—an investment strategy that promises steady income and fewer day-to-day hassles. But before you dive in, there are key risks and details you need to understand. This episode walks you through how to analyze the lease, vet your tenant, and uncover creative ways to increase cash flow.Here’s what you’ll learn in Episode 564:The three biggest red flags to watch for in a triple net lease (and how to avoid them).How to properly evaluate your tenant—corporate vs. mom-and-pop—and assess real risk.Creative income opportunities hiding in plain sight, from cell towers to solar panels.Common “rookie mistakes” investors make with NNN leases—and how to safeguard your returns.Whether you’re looking to diversify out of residential rentals or just want a more peaceful investing strategy, this episode is your roadmap to smarter commercial investing.Listen to Episode #564 “How to Evaluate a Triple Net (NNN) Lease” now on all podcast platforms!Tune in on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | The Real Estate InvestHER NetworkAt InvestHER® we believe every woman has the birthright to become financially free. A platform where driven women investors gain access to strategic knowledge, real investment opportunities, and a high-level network.InvestHER Assessment: Take this 5 min quiz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start hereLive Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register hereInvestHER Plus: Leverage AI and Network with purpose. Built for driven real estate investors who understand the value of strategic relationships and refuse to waste time connecting with the wrong people. Discover all the benefits and join today!InvestHER CON: The #1 premier conference for women in real estate. It’s time to invest intentionally so every decision you make builds cash flow and buys back your time. Register now!STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by design, not default. Scale with proven strategies, playbooks, and powerful connections. We help women invest strategically to increase cash flow and buy back their time. Doors open in June & December. Apply here »Need help? Submit a support ticket here: Get HelpSee you in the arena!Liz & Andresa

EPISODE 562: Struggling to let go of control…but terrified everything will fall apart if you do? InvestHer will show you the real path from micromanaging to massive business growth.In this minisode, Liz and Andresa break down the critical difference between being controlling and being in control  and how one behavior unlocks business growth while the other leads to burnout and bottlenecks. Learn how to shift from doing everything to leading strategically.What You’ll LearnThe 3-question quiz to determine if control is hurting your businessWhy you must hire thinkers, not just doers — and how to empower themThe Hot Potato + 1–3–1 frameworks that give your team autonomyDelegation guardrails that prevent rework and frustrationHow to define success so your team can deliver results without babysitting Listen now on your favorite podcast platform!At InvestHER® we believe every woman has the birthright to become financially free. A platform where driven women investors gain access to strategic knowledge, real investment opportunities, and a high-level network.InvestHER Assessment: Take this 5 min quiz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start hereLive Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register hereInvestHER Plus: Leverage AI and Network with purpose. Built for driven real estate investors who understand the value of strategic relationships and refuse to waste time connecting with the wrong people. Discover all the benefits and join today!InvestHER CON: The #1 premier conference for women in real estate. It’s time to invest intentionally so every decision you make builds cash flow and buys back your time. Register now!STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by design, not default. Scale with proven strategies, playbooks, and powerful connections. We help women invest strategically to increase cash flow and buy back their time. Doors open in June & December. Apply here »Need help? Submit a support ticket here: Get HelpSee you in the arena!Liz & Andresa

EPISODE 561: Are you constantly on the hunt for new deals and feeling like your lead pool has dried up? You might not have a “lead problem,” but a network problem!In this minisode, Liz and Andresa reveal the Deal-Finding Trifecta—three actionable steps to turn your existing contacts into a steady stream of deal opportunities, so leads come to YOU (without more cold calls or endless tech tools).Listen in now and learn:Why most investors are leaving “money on the table” with their current network, and exactly how to squeeze more out of your relationshipsThe powerful “deal finder” method—plus the one relationship that yielded 265 units and an 8-figure profit!A step-by-step script to build credibility and get brokers (and other deal finders) taking you seriouslyHow to network with INTENTION (and why not all the best connections are at real estate events)Out-of-the-box strategies to identify high-level deal finders, no matter your marketThe secret weapon for nurturing and keeping top deal finders in your circle, even as they move roles...and so much more!Ready to grow your portfolio with less stress? Want your next deal to come from your network, not another cold call? Listen now!Key Takeaways: Why You Don’t Have a Lead Problem—you Have a Network Problem (00:00)The Deal Finder Strategy: Building Relationships That Pay Off (02:04)Creative Ways to Connect with Top Deal Finders (04:24)Networking with Purpose: Where the Best Relationships Are Built (08:51)Nurturing Deal Keepers: Staying Top of Mind & Building Value (13:41)Time Freedom: How to Create Space for Relationship-Building (16:01)- - - - At InvestHER® we believe every woman has the birthright to become financially free. A platform where driven women investors gain access to strategic knowledge, real investment opportunities, and a high-level network.InvestHER Assessment: Take this 5 min quiz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start hereLive Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register hereInvestHER Plus: Leverage AI and Network with purpose. Built for driven real estate investors who understand the value of strategic relationships and refuse to waste time connecting with the wrong people. Discover all the benefits and join today!InvestHER CON: The #1 premier conference for women in real estate. It’s time to invest intentionally so every decision you make builds cash flow and buys back your time. Register now!STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by design, not default. Scale with proven strategies, playbooks, and powerful connections. We help women invest strategically to increase cash flow and buy back their time. Doors open in June & December. Apply here »Need help? Submit a support ticket here: Get HelpSee you in the arena!Liz & Andresa

EPISODE 560: You’ve hired a VA, you’re using the latest proptech, maybe even brought in a property manager…so why does your to-do list STILL feel endless? Why are you the one solving every crisis?Consider this episode your path to relief. Liz and Andresa break down the THREE core reasons women investors stay stuck in overwhelm, even with a team, tools, and systems in place. Listen as they walk through their actionable 10-minute exercise to help you cut through analysis paralysis, make better decisions, and finally buy back your time.Listen in now and learn:The #1 mistake investors make before jumping into a new deal—and why so many waste days (or weeks) analyzing the wrong opportunitiesHow to ditch “spreadsheet overload” and discard dead-end deals in under 10 minutesWhy having a REAL “pulse on your market” is a non-negotiable—plus how to quickly test your own market knowledgeThe two must-have exit strategies for every property—no exceptionsHow to set crystal-clear non-negotiables to kill overwhelm (and bad deals) before they start… and a lot more.Ready to get your time and confidence back, analyze deals in minutes (not weeks), and finally be the CEO—not the firefighter—of your investment business?Then tune in now!Key Takeaways: Why Systems & VAs Won’t Save You from Overwhelm—The REAL Root Cause (00:00)The Power of Knowing Your Market—And a Quick Test to Check Yourself (02:20)Where the Top Agents REALLY Are (And How to Find Them) (07:55)How to Set Non-Negotiables and Kill Overwhelm for Good (14:25)Deal Structure Mindset: Getting Creative With Financing (16:31)At InvestHER® we believe every woman has the birthright to become financially free. A platform where driven women investors gain access to strategic knowledge, real investment opportunities, and a high-level network.InvestHER Assessment: Take this 5 min quiz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start hereLive Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register hereInvestHER Plus: Leverage AI and Network with purpose. Built for driven real estate investors who understand the value of strategic relationships and refuse to waste time connecting with the wrong people. Discover all the benefits and join today!InvestHER CON: The #1 premier conference for women in real estate. It’s time to invest intentionally so every decision you make builds cash flow and buys back your time. Register now!STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by design, not default. Scale with proven strategies, playbooks, and powerful connections. We help women invest strategically to increase cash flow and buy back their time. Doors open in June & December. Apply here »Need help? Submit a support ticket here: Get HelpSee you in the arena!Liz & Andresa

EPISODE 559: If you're overexplaining in emails and avoiding hard conversations through texts—you’re not communicating, you're stalling.We once had someone ready to sign a JV deal with us just because we were on a call. That’s when it hit me—we’re in a communication crisis.Long texts, vague emails, meetings with no agendas—no wonder people don’t know what you really mean. But it doesn’t have to be that way.In this episode of The InvestHER Podcast, we’ll be sharing with you the power of knowing your communication style and why it can dramatically change how your message lands.Listen in now and learn how to master the art of writing concise emails, understanding which conversations need to move from text to Zoom, and other tactical steps to level up your communication skills.Ready to communicate like a dealmaker?Let’s dive in!Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00)The real communication crisis (00:36)Direct vs. non-direct communication styles (01:23)How to be clear when communicating (08:32)Choosing the right communication tool (12:37)Reactive vs. responsive communication (21:21)Setting communication boundaries (22:52)At InvestHER® we believe every woman has the birthright to become financially free. A platform where driven women investors gain access to strategic knowledge, real investment opportunities, and a high-level network.InvestHER Assessment: Take this 5 min quiz to determine where you are in your investment journey and receive a custom roadmap with practical steps you can start taking today. Start hereLive Trainings: You don’t need to know all the steps to take the next step. During our virtual events, we focus on the 3-Step InvestHER Formula, giving you the must-know insights so you can take action with confidence. Register hereInvestHER Plus: Leverage AI and Network with purpose. Built for driven real estate investors who understand the value of strategic relationships and refuse to waste time connecting with the wrong people. Discover all the benefits and join today!InvestHER CON: The #1 premier conference for women in real estate. It’s time to invest intentionally so every decision you make builds cash flow and buys back your time. Register now!STRIVE Mentorship Program: Build a life by design, not default. Scale with proven strategies, playbooks, and powerful connections. We help women invest strategically to increase cash flow and buy back their time. Doors open in June & December. Apply here »Need help? Submit a support ticket here: Get HelpSee you in the arena!Liz & Andresa--The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!