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. In this episode of the Open House Podcast, host Kristina Modares interviews O'Licia Parker-Smith, who shares her inspiring journey from house hacking her first property to purchasing land in Ghana. The conversation highlights the challenges and triumphs of navigating the real estate landscape, particularly for women, and emphasizes the value of collaboration and mentorship in achieving success. O'Licia, discusses the challenges and learning opportunities that come with investing internationally and emphasizes the value of collaboration and support among women in the industry.Chapters00:00 Introduction to O'Licia's Journey03:09 Building a Supportive Community for Women in Real Estate04:32 O'Licia's Background and Move to Texas05:50 First Property Purchase: The Sneaky Duplex11:39 Creative Financing and Family Support17:29 Managing Tenants and Property Management Insights23:49 Transitioning from Homeowner to Investor24:59 Building Confidence as a Landlord25:52 Exploring New Opportunities in Real Estate27:02 Investing in Ghana: A Unique Experience30:30 Navigating International Real Estate Transactions34:08 Long-Term Plans for the Ghanaian Land39:32 Overcoming Fear in Real Estate Investments46:07 The Importance of Community in Real EstateGet in TouchComments, suggestions or feedback? Email Kristina at [email protected] is our new Instagram account! It needs some love, please follow :) Check out our new website!If you know of any ladies I should connect with about this new venture for potential partnerships, please send them my way.   Email us!