House Hacking My Dream Neighborhood: Making $4K with a Duplex

NOV 12, 202441 MIN
The Open House Podcast: Where Women Talk Real Estate

House Hacking My Dream Neighborhood: Making $4K with a Duplex

NOV 12, 202441 MIN

Description

Today’s the day! The Open House Education Community is officially open from November 12th-22nd, and we’re so excited to welcome you! If you’ve been waiting for the perfect opportunity to dive into real estate investing with the support of an incredible group of women, now is your chance. Our community on Circle is all about organic connections—whether you’re looking to partner on a property, learn from experienced investors, or just get inspired by others’ creative real estate strategies. LINK TO JOIN. 

With membership at only $84 for the quarter or $255 for the year, you’ll gain access to exclusive live events, recorded trainings, a searchable member directory, and resources on everything from house hacking to buying homes with friends. This is the place where your “what if” conversations turn into real action, surrounded by women who are eager to collaborate and grow alongside you.

Doors close on November 22nd, and we won’t open again until mid-to-late 2025.  We can’t wait to have you in the community!!!

LINK TO JOIN

Kristina speaks with community member, Alison, about her journey into real estate and focusing on the benefits of house hacking through duplex ownership. Alison shares her personal experiences, including how she transitioned from a corporate job to becoming a realtor, the advantages of buying a duplex as a first property, and her strategies for maximizing rental income. The conversation touches on how "Fortune favors the bold" and the importance of national community support for women in real estate.

Keep Up with Alison's real estate journey at heathcotehomes.com

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to House Hacking and Community Building
04:05 Alison's Journey: From Corporate to Real Estate
05:58 The Benefits of Buying a Duplex
11:39 Finding the Perfect Property
15:01 Maximizing Rental Income: Short-Term vs. Mid-Term Rentals
21:10 Overcoming Challenges in Real Estate Investment
25:50 Future Plans and Community Impact

Get in Touch

Comments, suggestions or feedback? Email Kristina at [email protected]

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If you know of any ladies I should connect with about this new venture for potential partnerships, please send them my way.   Email us!