The InvestHER Podcast

Andresa Guidelli & Liz Faircloth
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The InvestHER Podcast is where women gain the knowledge, skills, and support to make confident investment decisions. Join our community of empowered investors! Tune in each week with our co-hosts Liz Faircloth and Andresa Guidelli as they deliver actionable insights into diverse investment strategies, essential skills for sustainable business growth, and the art of building impactful relationships. Each episode features leading women who share powerful wealth and health strategies to help you navigate both the challenges and triumphs of investing while maintaining a fulfilling personal life. Follow us on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss a new episode.

  1. How to Know If a Real Estate Investment Is Right for You

    2d ago

    How to Know If a Real Estate Investment Is Right for You

    EPISODE 592: How do you know if a real estate investment is actually right for you? With so many real estate investing options available today, from short-term rentals and multifamily properties to passive syndications and new construction projects, it is easy to feel overwhelmed by the number of opportunities available. Many investors either stay on the sidelines too long or move forward with the wrong deal simply because they lack a clear framework for making investment decisions. If you have ever wondered whether now is the right time to invest, which real estate investment strategy aligns with your goals, or why a deal that looks great on paper still does not feel right, this episode will help you cut through the noise and invest with greater clarity. In this episode of The Real Estate InvestHER Podcast, Liz introduces the YOU Factor Framework, a five-part filter designed to help real estate investors evaluate opportunities based on their own goals, priorities, and season of life rather than market trends or outside opinions. Liz breaks down the key factors every investor should consider before saying yes to a deal, including time, control, financial needs, diversification, and experience. She explains why the same real estate investment can be exactly right for one investor and completely wrong for another, and why understanding your own needs is essential to building a successful real estate portfolio. Drawing from more than two decades of investing experience, Liz shares how her own investment strategy has evolved over time. What made sense in her twenties looks very different from the opportunities she prioritizes today, highlighting an important truth: there is no one-size-fits-all approach to real estate investing. She also addresses a common challenge she sees among women real estate investors: undervaluing the professional and personal experience they already bring to the table. Skills like leadership, project management, financial analysis, and decision-making are often some of the most valuable assets an investor can have. Whether you are focused on active investing, passive investing, or simply making more intentional investment decisions, this episode will help you identify the opportunities that best align with your goals and build a strategy that works for your life today. In this episode, you'll learn: ➡️ Why most investors are short on clarity, not opportunity  ➡️ How to evaluate the time demands of any investment  ➡️ What level of control actually fits the season you are in  ➡️ How to identify what you need an investment to do for you financially  ➡️ Why diversification is about managing exposure, not just spreading money  ➡️ How to honestly assess your experience and gaps before saying yes This framework is not about finding the perfect deal. It is about finding the right deal for you, in the season you are in, and moving forward with confidence. Resources to Support Your Next Step: Ready to go beyond the episode and take action to build wealth, achieve financial freedom and live the life you want? InvestHER Assessment Take this 5-minute quiz to determine where you are and get a personalized roadmap Live Trainings (Free Monthly Events) Learn the 3-Step InvestHER Formula and take action with confidence InvestHER CON The National Premier Conference for Women Real Estate Investors. A Curated, Action Driven Experience Backed by 50,000+ Members. June 14-16th, 2026 / Scottsdale, AZ STRIVE Mentorship Program The Support System for Women Real Estate Investors. Financial freedom isn't a finish line, it's a conscious choice you make every day when you look in the mirror and decide how to invest your time. STRIVE is designed for driven women real estate investors who are ready to grow intentionally. See you in the arena!  Liz + Andresa Produced by: Social Chameleon

    16 min
  2. The Real Estate Skill AI Will Never Replace

    May 29

    The Real Estate Skill AI Will Never Replace

    EPISODE 591: If you have been leaning on AI for more of your decisions and noticing your relationships, instincts, or in-person conversations slipping in the process, this episode will help you recalibrate before that gap costs you a deal, a partner, or a level of growth you cannot get back. In this episode of The Real Estate InvestHER Podcast, Liz and Andresa unpack how AI is reshaping networking and communication for real estate investors, where investors are quietly over-relying on technology, and why relational intelligence may become one of the most valuable skills moving forward. Liz shares how she is using AI throughout the process of building her first luxury spec home, from researching finishes and preparing questions for her attorney to vetting design concepts and pressure-testing ideas. At the same time, she explains why trusted mentors, experienced investors, and walking other builders' projects in person have been just as critical to her decision-making. Together, Liz and Andresa break down the growing risks of AI-generated communication that strips away your voice, why "trust but verify" needs to be the rule with every output, and how body language, tone, and intuition still reveal what an email never will. They also explore why some investors keep showing up to the same comfortable rooms instead of the rooms that would actually stretch them, and how proximity to high-level conversations can accelerate your investing journey in a way no AI tool can replicate. In this episode, you'll learn: Why "trust but verify" is the most important rule when using AIThe communication mistake that makes investors sound canned and lazyWhy face-to-face conversations still drive the biggest dealsHow relational intelligence helps you spot what AI never canHow to identify the rooms that will actually stretch your thinking This conversation is a reminder that as technology continues to evolve, the investors who win in the long term will not be the ones with the best tools. They will be the ones with the strongest relationships, the sharpest judgment, and the courage to keep showing up in the rooms that matter. Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Ray Dalio  ChatGPT Perplexity ai Claude  Pinterest Mastercard Small Business Resources  Resources to Support Your Next Step: Ready to go beyond the episode and take action to build wealth, achieve financial freedom and live the life you want? InvestHER Assessment Take this 5-minute quiz to determine where you are and get a personalized roadmap Live Trainings (Free Monthly Events) Learn the 3-Step InvestHER Formula and take action with confidence InvestHER CON The National Premier Conference for Women Real Estate Investors. A Curated, Action Driven Experience Backed by 50,000+ Members. June 14-16th, 2026 / Scottsdale, AZ STRIVE Mentorship Program The Support System for Women Real Estate Investors. Financial freedom isn't a finish line, it's a conscious choice you make every day when you look in the mirror and decide how to invest your time. STRIVE is designed for driven women real estate investors who are ready to grow intentionally. See you in the arena!  Liz + Andresa Produced by: Social Chameleon

    27 min
  3. Why Smart Women Still Struggle With Confidence in Real Estate Investing

    May 22

    Why Smart Women Still Struggle With Confidence in Real Estate Investing

    EPISODE 590: How do women build confidence as real estate investors? So many women are waiting to feel fully confident before making a move in their investing journey. They spend months researching, overthinking, and second-guessing themselves, trying to eliminate every possible risk before taking the next step. From the outside, it looks like preparation. From the inside, it feels like a wall they cannot quite break through. If you have ever felt stuck between wanting to grow and feeling afraid to move forward, this episode will help you understand why hesitation is not a sign that you are incapable. It may simply mean you are expecting confidence to arrive before experience, instead of because of it. In this episode of The Real Estate InvestHER Podcast, Liz and Andresa break down the psychology behind confidence, why women consistently underestimate their capabilities in investing, and how to start building confidence through small, strategic actions instead of waiting until you "feel ready." They unpack the difference between competence and confidence, explain how different personality types build confidence in different ways, and share why taking micro actions is often the fastest way to create momentum. Through personal stories and real investing examples, they walk through how confidence grows when you break big projects into smaller phases, gather the right support system, and allow yourself to learn as you go. They also explore the importance of community and why having experienced investors around you can help regulate fear, reduce overwhelm, and give you the courage to make better decisions. Whether you are buying your first property, navigating a difficult situation, or stepping into a completely new investment strategy, this episode is a reminder that confidence is a skill, not a personality trait. In this episode, you'll learn: Why confidence is built through action, not before itHow to tell the difference between competence and confidence in investingWhy women often underestimate their investing abilitiesHow small, micro actions create momentum and decisive growthWhy evidence from past success matters when making investing decisionsHow to "borrow confidence" from experienced investors who have done it before This conversation is a powerful reminder that you do not need to feel fearless before taking the next step. You simply need to start moving. Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Alicia St. Germain’s “Now Advantage” Framework Resources to Support Your Next Step: Ready to go beyond the episode and take action to build wealth, achieve financial freedom and live the life you want? InvestHER Assessment Take this 5-minute quiz to determine where you are and get a personalized roadmap Live Trainings (Free Monthly Events) Learn the 3-Step InvestHER Formula and take action with confidence InvestHER CON The National Premier Conference for Women Real Estate Investors. A Curated, Action Driven Experience Backed by 50,000+ Members. June 14-16th, 2026 / Scottsdale, AZ STRIVE Mentorship Program The Support System for Women Real Estate Investors. Financial freedom isn’t a finish line, it’s a conscious choice you make every day when you look in the mirror and decide how to invest your time. STRIVE is designed for driven women real estate investors who are ready to grow intentionally. See you in the arena! Liz + Andresa Produced by: Social Chameleon

    26 min
  4. The Hidden Reason High-Achieving Women Don’t Feel Financially Free

    May 15

    The Hidden Reason High-Achieving Women Don’t Feel Financially Free

    EPISODE 589: Why do so many successful women still feel unfulfilled, even after achieving their goals? So many women in real estate are doing everything "right" on paper. They are building portfolios, closing deals, and hitting milestones, yet something still feels misaligned. The success looks great from the outside, but on the inside it feels heavy, scattered, or strangely empty. If you have been quietly wondering why your wins are not landing the way you thought they would, or why "more" keeps feeling like the answer even when it never quite is, this episode will help you reconnect with the version of success that actually belongs to you. In this episode of The Real Estate InvestHER Podcast, Liz and Andresa dive into the deeper reason behind that disconnect and challenge the traditional definition of success that so many women have unknowingly adopted along the way. They unpack how early exposure to investing often comes with a predefined blueprint, buy more doors, scale faster, and keep pushing without ever stopping to ask what success actually looks like on your own terms. As a result, many high-achieving women find themselves chasing goals that were never truly theirs, which leads to burnout, frustration, and a quiet sense of misalignment that is hard to name. Through honest reflection and real-life examples, Liz and Andresa explore how to redefine success based on your current season of life, how to measure fulfillment through the journey rather than only the result, and how to reconnect with your own internal compass. They also break down the importance of debriefing what is working, identifying the root cause of challenges instead of defaulting to blame, and creating systems and rhythms that protect both your financial and your time freedom. In this episode, you'll learn: Why traditional definitions of success often lead to burnout and misalignmentHow to tell the difference between external achievement and internal fulfillmentWhy celebrating wins and debriefing your projects is critical for long-term growthHow recurring communication and clear systems quietly compound successHow to move from overwhelm to intentional, focused action in your investingHow to define financial freedom and design your business around it, not the other way around This conversation is a powerful invitation to pause, reassess, and intentionally design a business and a life that actually feels aligned. Resources to Support Your Next Step: Ready to go beyond the episode and take action to build wealth, achieve financial freedom and live the life you want? InvestHER Assessment Take this 5-minute quiz to determine where you are and get a personalized roadmap Live Trainings (Free Monthly Events) Learn the 3-Step InvestHER Formula and take action with confidence InvestHER CON The National Premier Conference for Women Real Estate Investors. A Curated, Action Driven Experience Backed by 50,000+ Members. June 14-16th, 2026 / Scottsdale, AZ STRIVE Mentorship Program The Support System for Women Real Estate Investors. Financial freedom isn’t a finish line, it’s a conscious choice you make every day when you look in the mirror and decide how to invest your time. STRIVE is designed for driven women real estate investors who are ready to grow intentionally. See you in the arena! Liz + Andresa Produced by: Social Chameleon

    32 min
  5. Alecia St. Germain | How to Make Confident Decisions Without Overthinking

    May 8

    Alecia St. Germain | How to Make Confident Decisions Without Overthinking

    EPISODE 588: Every real estate investor wants to make the right move. The reality is, there are no perfect decisions. What matters most is the framework behind them. Without a clear decision-making framework, hesitation, overthinking, and waiting for certainty can quietly become the most expensive patterns in your business, often costing more than a bad deal. If you’ve been sitting on a decision, second-guessing your next move, or delaying action while waiting for clarity, this episode will help you shift how you approach decision-making in today’s market. In this episode of The Real Estate InvestHER Podcast, Liz and Andresa sit down with Alecia St. Germain, investor and coach to over 10,000 entrepreneurs, to explore the psychology and strategy behind confident decisions. Alecia shares how early missed opportunities, driven by limited financial clarity and underdeveloped leadership skills, shaped her approach to business and investing. As she strengthened her understanding of cash flow, long-term planning, and team leadership, her ability to make strategic decisions evolved, along with her results. Together, they unpack how your relationship with money, your environment, and your internal beliefs directly influence the decisions you make or avoid. They also explore the Great Wealth Transfer, the current economic landscape, and why this moment presents a significant opportunity to build long-term wealth for those willing to act with intention. In this episode, you'll learn: How your relationship with money is quietly shaping your growthHow to move from overthinking to aligned, confident actionWhy understanding your numbers is the key to scaling sustainablyHow to evaluate cost versus value when investing in yourselfWhy this market presents a unique window to build generational wealthThe mindset traps that keep women investors playing small This conversation is a powerful reminder: clarity doesn't come before action. It comes from it. Connect with Alecia: Website Podcast LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Resources Mentioned In This Episode: The Social Dilemma Documentary InvestHER CON Resources to Support Your Next Step: Ready to go beyond the episode and take action to build wealth, achieve financial freedom and live the life you want? InvestHER Assessment Take this 5-minute quiz to determine where you are and get a personalized roadmap Live Trainings (Free Monthly Events) Learn the 3-Step InvestHER Formula and take action with confidence InvestHER CON The National Premier Conference for Women Real Estate Investors. A Curated, Action Driven Experience Backed by 50,000+ Members. June 14-16th, 2026 / Scottsdale, AZ STRIVE Mentorship Program The Support System for Women Real Estate Investors. Financial freedom isn't a finish line, it's a conscious choice you make every day when you look in the mirror and decide how to invest your time. STRIVE is designed for driven women real estate investors who are ready to grow intentionally. See you in the arena!  Liz + Andresa Produced by: Social Chameleon

    38 min
  6. Erin Bradley | How to Grow in Real Estate Without Burning Out

    May 1

    Erin Bradley | How to Grow in Real Estate Without Burning Out

    EPISODE 587: Why do so many successful investors feel overwhelmed while growing their businesses? Growing a real estate business can create freedom, and it can also create complexity. More decisions, more responsibilities, and more demands on your time. At a certain point, growth can start to feel heavy instead of energizing. If you have been growing your real estate business but find yourself stretched thin, stuck in the weeds, or doing the work only you can do on top of everything else, this episode will help you reclaim your time and energy with intention. In this episode of The Real Estate InvestHER Podcast, Liz sits down with Erin Bradley, entrepreneur, and author of Pursuing Freedom, to explore why so many high-performing women end up exhausted while trying to grow. Erin shares her journey from financial hardship during the 2008 market crash to building a thriving business, only to realize that growth without support can become another form of burnout. Together, Liz and Erin unpack how to move from doing everything yourself to building a business designed for sustainability. They dive into the mindset patterns that keep women stuck in overwhelm, the practical steps to reclaim time and energy, and how to scale sustainably without sacrificing freedom, presence, or peace. In this episode, you'll learn: The early signs you are carrying too much on your ownWhy women are conditioned to tie their worth to productivityHow to identify and outsource your biggest energy leaksThe true cost of doing low-value work as a high-level entrepreneurHow to shift from working in your business to working on it This conversation offers a powerful reframe: sustainable growth is not about doing more. It is about doing what matters most, building leverage, and creating a business that supports your life. Connect with Erin: Website LinkedIn  Book Podcast Instagram  YouTube Resources Mentioned In This Episode:  The Gap and The Gain by Benjamin Hardy The Go-Giver by Bob Burg and John David Mann Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell Resources to Support Your Next Step: Ready to go beyond the episode and take action to build wealth, achieve financial freedom and live the life you want? InvestHER Assessment Take this 5-minute quiz to determine where you are and get a personalized roadmap Live Trainings (Free Monthly Events) Learn the 3-Step InvestHER Formula and take action with confidence InvestHER CON The National Premier Conference for Women Real Estate Investors. A Curated, Action Driven Experience Backed by 50,000+ Members. June 14-16th, 2026 / Scottsdale, AZ STRIVE Mentorship Program The Support System for Women Real Estate Investors. Financial freedom isn’t a finish line, it’s a conscious choice you make every day when you look in the mirror and decide how to invest your time. STRIVE is designed for driven women real estate investors who are ready to grow intentionally. See you in the arena! Liz + Andresa Produced by: Social Chameleon

    38 min
  7. Anna Lecat | How to Manage Conflict with Business Partners and Teams

    Apr 24

    Anna Lecat | How to Manage Conflict with Business Partners and Teams

    EPISODE 586: Conflict is often treated as something to avoid, manage quickly, or move past altogether. But in real estate, your ability to navigate hard conversations with partners, contractors, capital partners, and even at home is often what determines whether a deal holds together or quietly falls apart. If you’re growing your business but still find that difficult conversations throw you off, this episode will shift how you approach them. In this episode of The Real Estate InvestHER Podcast, Andresa sits down with Anna Lecat, conflict and communication expert and author of Loving Conflict: Creating Collaboration Where Others See Division, to explore how to handle conflict in a way that builds trust instead of breaking it. Anna reframes conflict as an opportunity for deeper connection, clarity, and alignment, both in business and in life. Drawing on her global experience across cultures, she explains how differences in communication styles, expectations, and norms are often misunderstood as misalignment. She also shares why conflict is often avoided, not because of a lack of skill, but because of the fear of making things worse in the moment. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why avoiding conflict weakens relationships and decision-making • How to shift from “winning the argument” to staying connected • What it really means to listen, including being open to changing your mind • Practical ways to create psychological safety in conversations • How cultural differences shape communication and perception • How to recognize triggers and communicate boundaries clearly This conversation goes beyond surface-level tactics. It challenges you to approach conflict with curiosity, stay present in discomfort, and focus on connection over being right. Because handling difficult conversations isn’t about avoiding them or winning them. It’s about staying connected long enough to find a better outcome. Connect with Anna: Website LinkedIn Book Instagram TikTok YouTube Resources to Support Your Next Step: Ready to go beyond the episode and take action to build wealth, achieve financial freedom and live the life you want? InvestHER Assessment Take this 5-minute quiz to determine where you are and get a personalized roadmap Live Trainings (Free Monthly Events) Learn the 3-Step InvestHER Formula and take action with confidence InvestHER CON The National Premier Conference for Women Real Estate Investors. A Curated, Action Driven Experience Backed by 50,000+ Members. June 14-16th, 2026 / Scottsdale, AZ STRIVE Mentorship Program The Support System for Women Real Estate Investors. Financial freedom isn’t a finish line, it’s a conscious choice you make every day when you look in the mirror and decide how to invest your time. STRIVE is designed for driven women real estate investors who are ready to grow intentionally. See you in the arena! Liz + Andresa Produced by: Social Chameleon

    34 min
  8. 6 Skills Real Estate Investors Need Before 2030 (PART 2)

    Apr 17

    6 Skills Real Estate Investors Need Before 2030 (PART 2)

    EPISODE 585: What skills do real estate investors need to stay competitive? As the market continues to evolve, success in real estate is no longer only about working harder or knowing more. It is about how well you can adapt, stay grounded under pressure, and leverage the tools available to you. The investors who will thrive in the next decade are the ones who can navigate uncertainty, make aligned decisions, and move quickly with confidence. In part two of this 6 Skills Real Estate Investors Need Before 2030 series, Liz and Andresa break down the final three future-proof skills investors need to develop: resilience and adaptability, motivation and self-awareness, and technological literacy. Through real-life examples, from navigating challenges in business to improving decision-making and integrating AI into daily operations, they highlight how these skills directly impact your ability to grow and sustain your real estate business. Liz and Andresa illustrate the critical skills required for modern real estate investing, including: How daily habits build resilience and help you stay steady during uncertaintyWhy adaptability requires awareness, strategy, and intentional communicationThe gap between believing you are self-aware and actually doing the workHow honest feedback and strong relationships accelerate growthWhy technological literacy and AI are essential for staying competitive This conversation challenges the idea that doing more or working harder will automatically lead to better results. Instead, they emphasize that growth comes from being intentional about how you think, how you respond, and how you evolve. If you are ready to strengthen your decision- making, expand your awareness, and future-proof your investing strategy, this episode will help you take the next step. InvestHER CON sessions referenced in this episode: Wealth Planning: Aligning Your Financial Strategy With Your Life - Mary Lyons Decision-Making Frameworks: How to Stop Overthinking and Take Action - Alecia St. Germain AI Implementation Workshop: Build Your Real Estate AI Team - Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh Resources to Support Your Next Step: Ready to go beyond the episode and take action to build wealth, achieve financial freedom and live the life you want? InvestHER Assessment Take this 5-minute quiz to determine where you are and get a personalized roadmap Live Trainings (Free Monthly Events) Learn the 3-Step InvestHER Formula and take action with confidence InvestHER CON The National Premier Conference for Women Real Estate Investors. A Curated, Action Driven Experience Backed by 50,000+ Members. June 14-16th, 2026 / Scottsdale, AZ STRIVE Mentorship Program The Support System for Women Real Estate Investors. Financial freedom isn’t a finish line, it’s a conscious choice you make every day when you look in the mirror and decide how to invest your time. STRIVE is designed for driven women real estate investors who are ready to grow intentionally. See you in the arena! Liz + Andresa Produced by: Social Chameleon

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The InvestHER Podcast is where women gain the knowledge, skills, and support to make confident investment decisions. Join our community of empowered investors! Tune in each week with our co-hosts Liz Faircloth and Andresa Guidelli as they deliver actionable insights into diverse investment strategies, essential skills for sustainable business growth, and the art of building impactful relationships. Each episode features leading women who share powerful wealth and health strategies to help you navigate both the challenges and triumphs of investing while maintaining a fulfilling personal life. Follow us on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss a new episode.

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  • Creator
    Andresa Guidelli & Liz Faircloth
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    594
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2021 The Real Estate InvestHER Show
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    The InvestHER Podcast

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