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Passively Rich with Rentals: Passive Income, Property & Purpose

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May 23, 2025 • 47min

Mastering Family Wealth: Florida Real Estate and Legacy Building

Building Family Wealth and Busting Florida Real Estate Myths with JimJoin Melissa as she interviews Jim, a successful builder and author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller, 'The Family Board Meeting.' Jim shares valuable insights on building family wealth through strategic investments and debunks common myths about Florida real estate. Learn how Jim's experiences and philosophies on family involvement and long-term planning can help secure your financial future.Discover why new construction and strategic location choices make Florida a viable and lucrative investment option, even amid concerns about property taxes and insurance.Don't miss this opportunity for expert advice and actionable strategies. Plus, find out how to get a free copy of Jim's latest book, 'The Passive Income Playbook.' Click the link below to claim your copy now!CLICK HERE Want to start investing but don’t know where to begin? 👉 Grab my most popular (and totally free!) resources: 1. “How to Start Investing in Rentals—Without Becoming a Landlord” A 7-day email course for busy people who want passive income, not another job. ---> CLICK HERE 2. "Your First Rental Roadmap" Get the free roadmap and learn exactly how I bought my first rental property from 2,000 miles away—without flipping, rehabs, or managing anything myself. --> CLICK HERE 3. ❤️ Like what you hear? ✅ Subscribe✅ Leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/passive ✅ Share this with a friend who needs a dose of real talk, strategy, and inspiration 4. And—let’s connect on:InstagramYouTube,Facebookfor even more real estate tips and stories!
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May 6, 2025 • 30min

He Retired at 34 with One Bold Move—And Built Generational Wealth Along the Way (with Sam Dogen, Financial Samurai)

Join Sam Dogen, the Financial Samurai, who retired from Wall Street at just 34. He shares his bold approach to negotiating a six-figure severance and building a 7-figure portfolio through investing. Discover why hitting the $250K wealth milestone is crucial and learn about his innovative "One Property Per Child" strategy for creating generational wealth. Sam emphasizes the mindset shifts necessary for transitioning from living paycheck to paycheck to achieving financial freedom, offering practical steps that can change lives.
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Apr 29, 2025 • 57min

6 Questions That Make or Break Your Out-of-State Rental Success

In this episode, Melissa sits down with real estate investing expert Michael, who brings over 20 years of experience helping investors build passive income and generational wealth through rental properties. Michael shares how he transitioned from stock market investing to out-of-state real estate investing — and why real estate offers superior scalability, cash flow, and long-term security. They dive deep into the must-know strategies for out-of-state rental success, including how to evaluate neighborhoods, choose the right property management team, and avoid the most common mistakes that sink new investors. You'll learn the importance of mastering the 3 Pillars of Real Estate Success: Property, Process, and People, plus actionable tips for building strong investor-property manager relationships. If you're looking to scale your real estate portfolio beyond your local market and create true financial freedom, this episode is packed with practical advice you can use immediately. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:49 Michael's Journey into Real Estate04:07 The Importance of Mentorship and Learning from Failure05:42 Out-of-State Investing: Strategies and Insights08:19 Michael's Background and Real Estate Success14:32 Key Questions for Out-of-State Investors28:58 Building Trust and Relationships with Property Managers30:19 Handling Property Maintenance and Expenses32:01 Effective Communication with Property Managers39:38 Identifying and Avoiding Lazy Property Managers47:12 Protecting Yourself from Bad Property Management53:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Want to start investing but don’t know where to begin? 👉 Grab my most popular (and totally free!) resources: 1. “How to Start Investing in Rentals—Without Becoming a Landlord” A 7-day email course for busy people who want passive income, not another job. ---> CLICK HERE 2. "Your First Rental Roadmap" Get the free roadmap and learn exactly how I bought my first rental property from 2,000 miles away—without flipping, rehabs, or managing anything myself. --> CLICK HERE 3. ❤️ Like what you hear? ✅ Subscribe✅ Leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/passive ✅ Share this with a friend who needs a dose of real talk, strategy, and inspiration 4. And—let’s connect on:InstagramYouTube,Facebookfor even more real estate tips and stories!
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Apr 21, 2025 • 44min

Buy, Wait… or Just Panic? Real Estate Investing Truth Bombs with Aaron Chapman

Passive Income • Property • PurposeIn this episode of Her Real Estate Life, Melissa Nash sits down with one of the most experienced and straight-talking investor lenders in the business: Aaron Chapman.He’s not just any lender—he’s the one who helped Melissa buy her very first rental property and gave her the mindset shift that launched her 7-figure real estate portfolio.Together, they unpack the questions on every investor’s mind right now:What’s really keeping smart investors stuck—and how do you move past the fear?How can DSCR loans and LLCs help you scale your real estate portfolio faster?Why does “timing the market” cost more than most investors realize?What mindset shift turns hesitation into action (even in a volatile market)?How do you build a real estate investing business—not just collect properties?This episode is packed with real estate investing strategies, mindset breakthroughs, and practical steps to help you start—or scale—your portfolio in today’s noisy market—especially for busy professionals who want freedom without flipping houses or managing tenants. If you’re wondering when to take action, this is your sign.  Press play now. Want to start investing but don’t know where to begin? 👉 Grab my most popular (and totally free!) resources: 1. “How to Start Investing in Rentals—Without Becoming a Landlord” A 7-day email course for busy people who want passive income, not another job. ---> CLICK HERE 2. "Your First Rental Roadmap" Get the free roadmap and learn exactly how I bought my first rental property from 2,000 miles away—without flipping, rehabs, or managing anything myself. --> CLICK HERE 3. ❤️ Like what you hear? ✅ Subscribe✅ Leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/passive ✅ Share this with a friend who needs a dose of real talk, strategy, and inspiration 4. And—let’s connect on:InstagramYouTube,Facebookfor even more real estate tips and stories!
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Feb 11, 2025 • 48min

Saving Up for Your Next Property? LPs Could Get You There Faster

Think you need to manage properties, deal with tenants, or take out big loans to invest in real estate? What if you could earn passive income without any of that?In this episode, I sit down with Trevor Oldham to talk about Limited Partnership (LP) investing—a strategy that allows investors to own a share of real estate deals without the work. If you’ve ever wanted to invest but didn’t know where to start, this might be the simplest path to real estate wealth.We cover:What is LP investing, and how does it work?How to find and vet the right investment opportunitiesWhat kind of returns investors can expectWhy LPs are a great option for busy professionals looking to build wealthIf you want to invest in real estate without dealing with tenants or maintenance, this episode is for you. Tune in now and learn how to make real estate work for you, not the other way around.Resources from Episode: Book: The hands off investor by Brian Burke7E Investments LINK HERE Want to start investing but don’t know where to begin? 👉 Grab my most popular (and totally free!) resources: 1. “How to Start Investing in Rentals—Without Becoming a Landlord” A 7-day email course for busy people who want passive income, not another job. ---> CLICK HERE 2. "Your First Rental Roadmap" Get the free roadmap and learn exactly how I bought my first rental property from 2,000 miles away—without flipping, rehabs, or managing anything myself. --> CLICK HERE 3. ❤️ Like what you hear? ✅ Subscribe✅ Leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/passive ✅ Share this with a friend who needs a dose of real talk, strategy, and inspiration 4. And—let’s connect on:InstagramYouTube,Facebookfor even more real estate tips and stories!
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Jan 14, 2025 • 13min

How McDonald’s Built a Billion-Dollar Empire (It’s Not About Burgers!)

📍 Start Here: Get my FREE "12 Days of Passive Income Email Course" to Build Wealth Through Real Estate! 📧 Daily tips & strategies straight to your inbox—no logins, no videos, no hassle.CLICK HERE: Access the FREE 12-Day Course Now!What if one of the world’s most iconic fast-food brands wasn’t just about flipping burgers? In this episode of Passive Real Estate Investing for Her, Melissa Nash dives into a surprising story that reveals a unique approach to building wealth—one that can inspire your real estate journey.Join Melissa as she shares the strategy behind one company’s global success and how you can apply those same principles to create financial freedom, generate cash flow, and take advantage of game-changing tax benefits.Ready to think bigger about your real estate goals? This episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about building wealth.Tune in now to discover the secret sauce!Want to start investing but don’t know where to begin? 👉 Grab my most popular (and totally free!) resources: 1. “How to Start Investing in Rentals—Without Becoming a Landlord” A 7-day email course for busy people who want passive income, not another job. ---> CLICK HERE 2. "Your First Rental Roadmap" Get the free roadmap and learn exactly how I bought my first rental property from 2,000 miles away—without flipping, rehabs, or managing anything myself. --> CLICK HERE 3. ❤️ Like what you hear? ✅ Subscribe✅ Leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/passive ✅ Share this with a friend who needs a dose of real talk, strategy, and inspiration 4. And—let’s connect on:InstagramYouTube,Facebookfor even more real estate tips and stories!
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Dec 17, 2024 • 18min

Why Most New Investors Fail—and How You Can Succeed

📍 Start Here: Get my FREE "12 Days of Passive Income Email Course" to Build Wealth Through Real Estate! 📧 Daily tips straight to your inbox—no logins, no videos, no hassle.CLICK HERE: Access the FREE 12-Day Course Now!---------------------Today, I’m diving into the two biggest reasons people fail at real estate investing and—more importantly—how you can avoid them to build long-term wealth.Here’s the truth: Success in real estate starts long before buying your first property. In this episode, I break down:The key mindset shifts that separate successful investors from those who fail.The 5 wealth-building benefits of real estate—cash flow, appreciation, loan pay-down, tax benefits, and leverage—that most new investors overlook.💡 Real-Life Real Estate Success Story: Hear how my student Jessica, a nurse with no prior real estate experience, turned a $175K single-family home into over $46K in wealth in just three years. It’s proof that with the right strategy, real estate investing can work for anyone.Whether you’re looking to:✅ Start your first passive income rental property,✅ Learn how to use real estate to build generational wealth, or✅ Discover actionable steps to achieve financial freedom,this episode gives you the exact lessons I wish I had when I started.Don’t wait to take control of your financial future!🎧 Listen now, subscribe to the newsletter, and grab the mini course linked in the show notes to start building your real estate portfolio today. 🚀Want to start investing but don’t know where to begin? 👉 Grab my most popular (and totally free!) resources: 1. “How to Start Investing in Rentals—Without Becoming a Landlord” A 7-day email course for busy people who want passive income, not another job. ---> CLICK HERE 2. "Your First Rental Roadmap" Get the free roadmap and learn exactly how I bought my first rental property from 2,000 miles away—without flipping, rehabs, or managing anything myself. --> CLICK HERE 3. ❤️ Like what you hear? ✅ Subscribe✅ Leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/passive ✅ Share this with a friend who needs a dose of real talk, strategy, and inspiration 4. And—let’s connect on:InstagramYouTube,Facebookfor even more real estate tips and stories!
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Dec 10, 2024 • 28min

Stop Googling! Find the Real Estate Strategy That Actually Fits Your Goals

Grab my FREE guide, '5 Steps to Financial Freedom Even If You’re New to Investing.' It’s packed with actionable steps to help you start building wealth through real estate—without the overwhelm. 💡 Now, let’s talk about today’s topic. Ever feel like you’re drowning in advice from real estate gurus? BRRRR this, flip that, short-term rentals are the new goldmine—sound familiar? With all these strategies being thrown your way, how are you supposed to figure out which one actually works for YOU?✨ Here’s the truth: Not every strategy is created equal, and what works for someone else might be a total disaster for your goals and lifestyle. In today’s episode, I’m cutting through the noise to help you finally stop Googling and start focusing. Together, we’ll uncover the strategy that fits your goals, your time, and your tolerance for risk.🔥 By the end of this episode, you’ll have the clarity to choose the right path—without wasting time on the wrong one. So grab your favorite drink, get comfy, and let’s make some progress toward your financial freedom. Want to start investing but don’t know where to begin? 👉 Grab my most popular (and totally free!) resources: 1. “How to Start Investing in Rentals—Without Becoming a Landlord” A 7-day email course for busy people who want passive income, not another job. ---> CLICK HERE 2. "Your First Rental Roadmap" Get the free roadmap and learn exactly how I bought my first rental property from 2,000 miles away—without flipping, rehabs, or managing anything myself. --> CLICK HERE 3. ❤️ Like what you hear? ✅ Subscribe✅ Leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/passive ✅ Share this with a friend who needs a dose of real talk, strategy, and inspiration 4. And—let’s connect on:InstagramYouTube,Facebookfor even more real estate tips and stories!
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Nov 26, 2024 • 19min

Ferraris and Section 8: The Real Truth About Investing in Government Housing

Download my FREE guide, "5 Steps to Financial Freedom (Even If You’re New to Real Estate Investing)", and discover the simple, proven path to creating passive income and long-term wealth. 👉 Grab Your Free Guide Here!🚨 Is Section 8 the Secret to Financial Freedom? 🚨The other day, I stumbled across a flashy Instagram guru—shiny red Ferrari, oversized sunglasses, and big claims about "retiring" in his 20s through Section 8 housing. His posts had me scrolling, questioning, and, yes, rolling my eyes. Some advice was solid, some shaky, and some downright eyebrow-raising. It got me thinking: Is Section 8 investing really as lucrative as the hype suggests? How many properties would it take to truly replace your income and achieve financial freedom? In this episode, I’m cutting through the noise and giving you the real deal—no gimmicks, no Ferraris, just facts. Curious yet? Let’s dive in!Don’t let the hype distract you—building real wealth through real estate doesn’t require flashy gurus with Ferrari's. Download my FREE guide, "5 Steps to Financial Freedom (Even If You’re New to Real Estate Investing)", and discover the simple, proven path to creating passive income and long-term wealth. Start today and get one step closer to the life you’ve been dreaming of!👉 Grab Your Free Guide Here!Want to start investing but don’t know where to begin? 👉 Grab my most popular (and totally free!) resources: 1. “How to Start Investing in Rentals—Without Becoming a Landlord” A 7-day email course for busy people who want passive income, not another job. ---> CLICK HERE 2. "Your First Rental Roadmap" Get the free roadmap and learn exactly how I bought my first rental property from 2,000 miles away—without flipping, rehabs, or managing anything myself. --> CLICK HERE 3. ❤️ Like what you hear? ✅ Subscribe✅ Leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/passive ✅ Share this with a friend who needs a dose of real talk, strategy, and inspiration 4. And—let’s connect on:InstagramYouTube,Facebookfor even more real estate tips and stories!
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Nov 19, 2024 • 46min

Creative Financing: The Shortcut to Building Passive Income

grab your free Lender Checklist [Download the Free Lender Checklist Here]What if the key to building your real estate empire was simpler than you thought? Forget the traditional loan headaches—creative financing is the shortcut you’ve been waiting for.In this episode, I’m joined by one of my dream team lenders, Jordan, who’s breaking down the power of DSCR loans. These non-traditional loans focus on your property’s cash flow, not your personal income. Imagine qualifying for financing based on the income your property already generates—sounds like the perfect solution, right?But that’s not all. Jordan also reveals hidden financing gems, like non-recourse loans for IRA accounts and hard money loans to fuel your next burr project. If you’re ready to scale your portfolio faster and leave traditional loan systems behind, these strategies could be your ticket to success.Get ready for a blueprint on how creative financing can help you build passive income and unlock opportunities for growth. Let’s dive in!If you want to connect with Jordan or have questions about the strategies discussed, message me directly at [info@hellomelissanash.com], and I’ll send you his contact info along with an intro to get you started.Plus, don’t forget to grab your free Lender Checklist to help you get organized and start your financing journey today! [Download the Free Lender Checklist Here] Want to start investing but don’t know where to begin? 👉 Grab my most popular (and totally free!) resources: 1. “How to Start Investing in Rentals—Without Becoming a Landlord” A 7-day email course for busy people who want passive income, not another job. ---> CLICK HERE 2. "Your First Rental Roadmap" Get the free roadmap and learn exactly how I bought my first rental property from 2,000 miles away—without flipping, rehabs, or managing anything myself. --> CLICK HERE 3. ❤️ Like what you hear? ✅ Subscribe✅ Leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/passive ✅ Share this with a friend who needs a dose of real talk, strategy, and inspiration 4. And—let’s connect on:InstagramYouTube,Facebookfor even more real estate tips and stories!

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