In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova…
Mari transitioned into real estate investing after the instability of her day job and long-term security. While navigating a divorce and becoming an empty nester, she focused on financial preparation and joined Lady Landlords community for support.
She shares in this episode how she strategically used funds she already had in another investment vehicle to purchase her first property in Pittsburgh .
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova…
explores how seasonal pressure and consumer culture push women toward short-term spending that can derail long-term financial goals. She helps women realign themselves with intentional spending, prioritizing asset-building like real estate.
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova…
Features Cost Segregation expert Yonah Weiss. He clearly explains how cost segregation works and the exact steps of the process.
We review the pros and cons of getting the study done and how even a landlord with just a few properties can save a ton of money!
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova…
Reflects on a transformative 2025 marked by personal loss, the birth of her daughter, alongside major real estate challenges that tested, and ultimately validated her systems and team. She shares her biggest win yet…something so simple, yet what this whole journey is really all about.
She also shares her goal for 2026 and wish for all Lady Landlords.
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova…
Sits down with Inner Circle Member, Cynthia, a real estate investor in Washington, DC, as she shares her journey as a landlord in tenant-friendly markets, particularly with Section 8 tenants.
Starting as an accidental landlord, she faced challenges like tenant screening, lease violations, and navigating complex local regulations. With guidance, she learned to manage these issues effectively and built connections with housing authorities.
Despite setbacks when starting, Cynthia remains committed to providing quality housing, advocating for proactive management, thorough documentation, and engagement with landlord communities.
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova…
Shares a real estate strategy of renting out individual rooms instead of the entire property as one. This approach can boost cash flow, reduce vacancies, and provide diversification.
She covers key considerations: legal rules, zoning, fair housing, leases, tenant screening and shows that with proper systems, managing multiple tenants is doable even with a full time job.
She also suggests creative options like converting basements/attics, offering furnished or unfurnished spaces, and trying short- or mid-term rentals to maximize income and move toward financial freedom.
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova sits with Janelle, a CPA and accounting professor as she explains how real estate investors can legally hire their children to gain tax deductions while teaching them financial literacy and entrepreneurship.
Parents can pay their kids tax-free for legitimate, age-appropriate work and even invest their earnings in a Roth IRA for long-term, tax-free growth.
She highlights this as a powerful, compliant strategy to build generational wealth and model business ownership early.
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova…
Shares how she built her real estate portfolio to fund maternity and paternity leave on her own terms. She explains her three-step strategy and encourages listeners to take control of their time and income through intentional real estate investing.
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova…
Tracy, a California native and avid traveler, shares how she transitioned from corporate leasing to full-time real estate investing starting during the 2008 market crash.
Through research, out-of-state investing, and support from the Lady Landlords community, she built a diverse portfolio and began flipping properties.
A cancer survivor, Tracy now aims to leave her W-2 job in 2026 and encourages investors to take informed risks rather than waiting for the “perfect” time.
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova shares three strategies for scaling your rental portfolio and how she grew from one duplex to 10 doors and $10K monthly profit by mastering finances and strategy.
It’s a must-listen for women ready to grow their portfolios with confidence and intention.
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova And Bob from REVA Global Virtual Assistance, share how real estate investors can scale their business by outsourcing tasks to trained virtual assistants.
He explains how VA can handle everything from lead generation to admin work, freeing investors to focus on income-producing activities.
Bob emphasizes hiring for both skill and personality fit and treating VAs as valued team members to ensure long-term success.
And learn how to do it in a way that won’t break the bank!
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova highlights five major mistakes new investors must avoid to be successful buyers.
After buying 17 doors in 7 years, she shares the tips that she wish someone had told her when starting out!
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova sits with Danielle, a single mom, found financial stability through real estate after educating herself and joining the Lady Landlords community.
Despite the early setbacks that she shares, she learned to align investments with her goals and leaned on mentorship for support.
Real estate has given her flexibility, travel opportunities with her daughter, and plans to expand through renovations and private lending.
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova shares five signs you’re ready to buy your first rental and stresses that waiting for the “perfect” moment leads to missed opportunities, encouraging listeners to improve where needed and move forward.
She also shares her own struggles with fear and analysis paralysis, reminding investors that progress comes from informed and intentional steps.
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova features interior designer, Linda Farney, who explains how thoughtful design can make rental properties stand out and increase value.
She debunks the myth that design is only for the wealthy, showing how small updates like paint, fixtures, and accessories can boost appeal– and how Interior designers can assist each step of the way!
Linda walks listeners through how to find the right designer for your rental, setting clear goals, and working within budgets to reduce stress and maximize ROI.
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova…breaks down five tenant red flags every landlord should avoid and the importance of clear screening criteria, following fair housing laws, and trusting both the process and your instincts. Even “perfect on paper” tenants can be risky, so let’s dive in to how you can protect yourself best!
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova…
sits down with Leah Martin-Adams, a school counselor and mom from the Bronx, to share how she turned years of renting and late-night Zillow browsing into her first investment property. With the right education and a clear plan, Leah shifted her focus from buying a personal home to an investment rental in Connecticut, drawn by its affordability and family-friendly neighborhoods.
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova…
breaks down the pros and cons of buying rental properties locally vs. out of state. The episode highlights that success depends on aligning your choice with your budget, time, risk tolerance, and long-term goals. There’s no “one right way,” only what works best for you. Let’s dive into what that is!
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova chats with Katie Lyon, marketing director at Furnished Finder and a real estate investor, as she shares why she’s all in on midterm rentals, furnished stays of 30+ days.
They strike the perfect balance: better cash flow than long-term rentals and way less hassle than short-term ones.
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In this episode, Lady Landlords founder, Becky Nova shares how she built a 17 door rental portfolio in seven years and the top 3 lessons learned along the way.
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