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Elaine Stageberg shares her journey from growing up in financial scarcity to achieving financial freedom in her 30s. Elaine, an MD, MHA, psychiatrist, mother of four, and owner of Black Swan Real Estate, shares how her past experiences shaped her financial mindset and motivated her to focus on security and financial freedom. She shares how she learned valuable financial lessons from her family's spending habits and became fascinated with financial security at a young age.



Despite facing challenges, she chose to use them as motivation and start her real estate journey as a couple, converting their home into a rental and buying investment properties. The discussion covers her various career transitions and how painful experiences led her to eventually find success in real estate investing, where she now helps others do the same through her unique investor-focused private equity funds. The episode emphasizes the importance of maintaining multiple relationships with different versions of oneself and focusing on personal growth and impact to achieve a better financial future.



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In this episode of Proximity Podcast, Clayton and Stephanie interview guest Rich Lennon, an entrepreneur and prominent real estate investor. His curiosity and passion for business, coupled with his experience in coaching soccer and running a plumbing business using an arbitrage model, led him to invest in Richmond's real estate market in 2013. Surrounded by successful individuals and inspired by their advice, Rich and his wife Stephanie pursued real estate investing to achieve financial stability and leave a legacy for their children. Rich emphasizes the importance of surrounding oneself with the right people, making mistakes, and learning from experienced investors to accelerate growth in real estate. Through various strategies, including payoff plans and lending, Rich and his wife continue to build wealth and find success in the industry.



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https://therichmondring.com/

https://lending2rva.com/



Rich's wife Stephanie's Financial Literacy Books!

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This episode of Proximity Podcast features George Dennehy, an armless man who has gained worldwide attention through his unique talent of playing music using only his feet. We discuss George's upbringing, his struggles with attachment and identity, and his journey towards finding purpose and making a difference in the world through his music. George recounts his experiences growing up, including meeting his biological mom and his time in Romania, emphasizing the importance of a loving family and good relationships. George shares his story of transitioning into public school and how difficult it was to fit in, but ultimately finding hope and his purpose in using his talents to inspire others. George emphasizes the importance of being open to new experiences and connecting with others, even strangers, and how music has been a significant part of his life.



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Matthew Kane stops by on this episode of Proximity Podcast to share his journey from a Scout Sniper in the US Military to becoming one of the top-ranked real estate agents in the country. He reinforces the "Get in the Room" mindset we always share, and how you don't have to be special or go out and get all the secrets to be successful - you just have to WORK. Be disciplined, be intentional with your time, and don't be afraid to look to mentors for help to guide you in the direction you are trying to go - and most of all, if you take one thing away from Matthew's amazing story - DON'T GIVE UP!



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Jordan and Kristen Kemper, a dynamic couple from Tampa, Florida, share their experiences and values with the hosts Clayton and Stephanie. Jordan is a best-selling author, electrifying speaker, and performance coach, while Kristen is the mastermind behind OV and has revolutionized the way people travel through her innovative online course. They are both passionate about empowering high-achievers and have multiple teams with over 10,000 members, generating sales over $100 million. They are a testament to faith, family, and unwavering determination, impacting lives and building God's kingdom.



Kristen's Travel Blog - https://www.ohheyvacay.com/

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Lori Eubanks is a real estate entrepreneur who has built a multi-million-dollar business since 2012. She is known for flipping or renting houses, and her team includes wholesalers, agents, project managers, contractors, and designers. Eubanks has an impressive track record with 71 long-term rentals and 14 Airbnbs. One of her biggest projects is a 1920 Tudor Revival mansion in Richmond that is currently undergoing a massive historic renovation with an expected finish date of 2024.



One of Lori's AirBnb properties, fittingly called "The Retreat" that does between $1500 - $3000 per night, and is great for family vacations and corporate retreats. This one home alone grosses Lori over $40,000 per month in rental income, and she tells all about how she acquired it and the work that she's done to it.



Eubanks emphasizes the importance of meeting people in the community and experienced investors. She encourages everyone to attend RIA meetings, which are usually free and open to the public. Eubanks mentions that RIAs helped her with a difficult deal and emphasizes the importance of seeking support from the community.



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