Hopeful Reality Tashana Pulliam
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Hello, beautiful people from across the lands! If you are looking for ways to make extra income, pay off debt, and turn dreams into reality then the Hopeful Reality Podcast is for you! Join me on my journey from 6 figure debt to multimillionaire status in assets and revenue. Yes, you heard that right! Here on the podcast, you will receive weekly inspiration, personal finance strategies, ways to earn extra income and go from planning to performing. On this journey together we will overcome, turning dreams into reality. So let's get right into it!
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Homeowner At Age 26 Cutting Mortgage In Half From 30 to 15 Years
Yasss another flawless Black Queen on the podcast. Can ya'll tell what I've been dreaming about lately ๐? Owning a home is definitely one of what I like to call my "big girl dreams". Today's episode features Ericka Lashe. We dive into Ericka's homeownership journey, the powerful strategies she used to obtain it while overcoming obstacles determined to create a better financial future.
Ericka is an accounting professional since 2011. She has a verifiable background spanning over three and a half years in real estate accounting and 6 years in government accounting. Ericka is also the owner of ELK (๐๐ข๐ฅ๐ค๐ฌ๐๐ง๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐๐จ ๐ฌ๐๐ฉ๐ ๐๐ฃ๐ค๐ฌ๐ก๐๐๐๐) Services focusing on helping you take control of your future by completing steps of financial freedom through educating, accountability, & empowering.
Trust me you're going to need a big bag for these gems ๐
Connect with Ericka!
Facebook Business Page: ELK Services
YouTube: Ericka Lashe
Sponsorsย
Budgeting Basics Workbook
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Brynee's Journey Into Home Ownership & How She Established Estate Planning
Today's episode features Brynee Dade. Brynee is a graduate from George Mason University with a Bachelorโs in Psychology and has most recently obtained her Masterโs from the University of Baltimore in I/O Psychology. She has worked as a Federal Consultant for the past 2 years serving clients and recently started a new position with a small firm.
In today's episode we dive into Brynee's journey of purchasing her first home, the resources she utilized to make this dream a reality, and how she established her estate plan protecting this new asset. Brynee's home buying journey is unique as she purchased a home in the development stage verse resale and the process is VERY different.
Discover the actionable steps she took that played a vital role in her home buying process and estate plan.
Connect with Brynee!
Instagram: @bdade_
LinkedIn: Brynee Dade
Resources Mentioned
Maryland Mortgage Program (MMP) -ย
Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America (NACA)
Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC)ย
Home Purchase Assistance Program (HPAP) - for purchasing in DC
DC Open Doors - for purchasing in DC
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Bluehost
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The Power In Using Your Voice To Tell Your Story & Others
Meet Sonya Byes mom of a son who brings eminence joy, 20-year Insurance professional for a billion-dollar company, engaged community member, and speaker. Sonya's love to hear others' stories, guided her down the path to creating ๐พ๐๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐ฌ๐๐ฉ๐ ๐๐ค๐ฃ๐ฎ๐. When faced with life challenges Chatting with Sonya took a back seat for a moment.ย
She has now revived the vision adding on phenomenal women from various backgrounds and communities birthing ๐พ๐๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐ฌ๐๐ฉ๐ ๐๐ค๐ฃ๐ฎ๐ & ๐๐ง๐๐๐ฃ๐๐จ! In today's episode, we discuss the power of telling your story, why you do NOT have to be a professional speaker to get started, and some action steps you can take right now to turn that speaking dream into a reality.
Connect with Sonya & Friends
Instagram: @chattingwithsonya
Facebook: Chatting With Sonya & Friends
YouTube: Sonya Byes
Sponsors
Bluehost
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Why Black Womxn Should Invest & How to Get Started
Today's episode is a true pleasure and milestone within my business as it is the very FIRST interview I have featured on the show ๐๐พ! The conversation with Mahi from @blackwomxnarewealthy was so rich and empowering.
Mahi is a physician turned Investing Coach who founded '๐ฝ๐ก๐๐๐ ๐๐ค๐ข๐ญ๐ฃ ๐ผ๐ง๐ ๐๐๐๐ก๐ฉ๐๐ฎ', an organization dedicated to increasing accessibility to investing education and financial independence.
In today's episode, we dive deep into Mahi's journey, the systemic impact on black womxn when it comes to investing, what we can do to combat that, and much more!
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Connect with Mahi!
Instagram:ย @blackwomxnarewealthyย
Twitter:ย @WealthyBlkWomxn
Investing Coaching Services:ย https://calendly.com/blackwomxnarewealthy
Budgeting Basics Workbook
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How To Make Extra Income: Tips Most Fail To Share
Making extra money is never a bad idea. However, I am a firm believer in adding a plan with any extra income you want to come your way. The new normal life may have forced us to look at things very differently. How we make money is one of them for sure. In today's episode, I share 3 things to do before jumping in headfirst into a side hustle.
1. Do your research
2. Audit your time
3. Pick a side hustleย
Follow me on Instagram
@hopefulreality
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Blog Post: 3 Things To Think About Before Starting A Side Hustle
YouTube Video: How I Made Over $1,000 with Amazon Flex
Rakuten
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5 Important Questions to Ask Before Paying Off Debt
Beginning a debt freedom journey does not have to be stressful or complicated. In today's episode, we are going to start with 5 must-ask questions to help provide a clear guide on starting your debt freedom journey before you actually start.
1. How much do I owe?
2. Do I have a budget?
3. How much money do I have leftover after paying myself and expenses?
4. How much spare time do I have to make extra money?
5. When do I want to pay off this debt?
Connect with me on Instagram!
@hopefulreality
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Free Annual Credit Report
Ep 2 Life-Changing Budgeting Method
Budgeting Basics Workbook
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