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From Corporate Life to Real Estate Success: Mayra Hernandez's Journey

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Release Date: 02/07/2025

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Join Marcus Maloney and Michael Del Prete on The AZREIA Show as they dive into Mayra Hernandez's inspiring journey from a 20-year corporate career to becoming a full-time real estate investor. 

Discover how Mayra built a rental portfolio, ventured into fix-and-flip projects, and utilized creative financing strategies.

Mayra also offers valuable advice for aspiring female investors and outlines her plans to educate and mentor others. This episode is packed with insights on real estate investment, financial independence, and personal growth.

03:05 Transition to Entrepreneurship
05:40 Early Real Estate Investments
07:45 Building a Rental Portfolio
12:28 Financial Literacy and Family Influence
14:55 Venturing into Fix and Flip
18:37 Confronting a Troubled Property
20:04 Navigating the Stress of Flipping
21:28 Deciding on an Exit Strategy
23:10 Managing Holding Costs
24:16 Scaling Up and Diversifying
27:16 Venturing into Luxury Flips
29:12 Empowering Women in Real Estate
32:37 Upcoming Events and Networking Opportunities
34:27 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

 

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