Coliving Investing Podcast

Ashley Jeffers
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Coliving Investing is the podcast for real estate investors who want higher cash flow without buying more properties. We break down how to profit from long-term room rentals, creative financing, and scalable co-living investing strategies—real talk, real numbers, real results.

Episodes

  1. MAR 26

    REI Baddie goes from Army Vet to Impact Investor How Rachel Davis is Changing Lives With Real Estate

    What if real estate investing wasn’t just about cash flow—but about changing lives at scale? In this powerful episode of the Coliving Investing Podcast, I sit down with Rachel Davis—an Army veteran with degrees in social work and sociology—who is redefining what it means to be a real estate investor. After serving her country, Rachel entered the world of real estate with a mission: build generational wealth while creating real impact in underserved communities. Today, she focuses on impact investing strategies that provide housing for veterans, individuals in sober living, survivors of domestic violence, and people in urgent need of affordable housing. We also dive into her research using data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, where she uncovers the truth about the growing housing affordability crisis—and what it means for investors who are paying attention. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✔️ Why affordable housing is one of the biggest opportunities in real estate today ✔️ How to combine profit with purpose through impact investing ✔️ The role of coliving and room rentals in solving housing shortages ✔️ How Rachel is structuring her business to serve communities AND generate income If you’re looking to build wealth, create legacy, and make a real difference through real estate… this episode will shift your perspective. Ready to get started in room rental investing? Grab my Room Rental Profits system here: https://www.roomrentalprofits.com/room-rental-strategy Grab Rachel's book, The Climb: Creating an Everest Mindset here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FDYGHRKW Follow me on IG: www.instagram.com/ashthepreneur Follow Rachel on IG: www.instagram.com/theracheldavisrealestate

    36 min

  2. MAR 5

    Insurance for Room Rental Properties: What Every Room Rental Investor Should Know

    In this episode, I sit down with Matt Osman and Rob Pearce to discuss a critical topic for real estate investors operating room rental and co-living properties: insurance. Many investors who rent properties by the room are still using traditional landlord insurance policies designed for single-family rentals. The problem? Those policies often don’t properly cover the unique risks associated with co-living and room rental properties. Matt and Rob share insights about Co-Living Protect +, their insurance product designed specifically for investors operating co-living homes and long-term room rental properties. In this conversation we discuss: • Why traditional landlord policies may not fully cover room rental properties • The unique risks of co-living and renting by the room • How insurance companies evaluate co-living properties • What investors should look for in a room rental insurance policy As the room rental and co-living industry continues to grow, it’s important for investors to ensure they have the right protection in place to safeguard their properties, tenants, and long-term investment strategy. If you’re operating a Padsplit property, co-living home, or any rental where multiple unrelated tenants share a house, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Get an insurance quote: https://williamsins.net/ Follow me on IG: www.instagram.com/ashthepreneur Follow Matt on IG: www.instagram.com/matt_osman_nc_sc_realtor

    40 min

  3. FEB 26

    Building Profitable Sober Living Homes Through Room Rentals

    In this episode, real estate investor April Iannazzone discusses how she niched down into sober living homes using the room rental model — and why she almost didn’t. We break down the realities of investing in sober living housing and re-entry housing for formerly incarcerated individuals, including the stigma many investors hear about this niche. April shares her initial hesitations, the negative connotations surrounding this audience, and how she reframed her thinking to build a profitable and purpose-driven room rental business. In this conversation, you’ll learn: • How room rental investing can support sober living communities • The operational differences between traditional room rentals and structured sober living homes • How to balance impact investing with strong cash flow If you’re interested in room rental investing, co-living, affordable housing strategies, or impact-driven real estate, this episode will give you insight into a niche most investors overlook. Interested in starting your room rental investing journey? Grab my Room Rental Profits System here: https://www.roomrentalprofits.com/room-rental-strategy Follow me on IG: www.instagram.com/ashthepreneur Follow April on IG: www.instagram.com/april_iannazzone

    30 min

  4. FEB 19

    Why Your Lender Matters More Than Your Deal in Room Rental Investing

    In this episode, I sit down with Shukira Maldonado, a powerhouse real estate investments lender specializing in DSCR loans, fix & flip financing, room rental funding, and private money. Shukira breaks down how she helped get an 8-unit property funded in just 72 hours — not because of luck, but because of strong, intentional relationships with her capital partners. This episode pulls back the curtain on what actually gets deals approved fast and why who your lender is can matter more than the deal itself. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✔️ How DSCR loans really work and who they’re best for ✔️ What investors can do to position themselves for rapid approvals ✔️ How to stop losing deals due to slow financing If you’re a real estate investor looking to scale through: Long-term rentals Fix & flips Rent-by-the-room investing DSCR or private capital This episode is a must-watch. Watch until the end for insights that could change how you approach funding forever. 🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations on co-living investing, capital, and building wealth Follow me on IG: www.instagram.com/ashthepreneur Follow Shukira on IG: www.instagram.com/thehomedealernc Interested in learning how to invest in long term room rentals? Grab my Room Rental Profits System here: https://www.roomrentalprofits.com/room-rental-strategy

    26 min

  5. FEB 12

    What PadSplit REALLY Expects from Hosts (With Host Advisor Dominique Rice)

    In this episode, I sit down with Dominique Rice, Host Advisor at PadSplit, for a real, behind-the-scenes conversation about what it actually takes to succeed renting by the room. Dominique works directly with hosts every day—and in this episode, she shares insights you won’t hear in a webinar or onboarding call. We talk about what separates high-performing hosts from those who struggle, common mistakes new operators make, and how to approach PadSplit like a real business instead of a side hustle. If you’re considering PadSplit, already operating a room rental, or looking to scale a co-living portfolio, this episode will help you set the right expectations and avoid costly missteps. In this episode, we cover: • What successful PadSplit hosts are doing differently • The biggest mistakes new hosts make • How PadSplit evaluates and supports hosts • What long-term, sustainable room rental success really looks like Want to learn how to invest in long term room rentals? Grab my online course here: https://www.roomrentalprofits.com/room-rental-strategy Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/ashthepreneur?igsh=MWFnMGE3bGJsaTU3ZQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Follow Dominique on IG: https://www.instagram.com/iamdominiquerice?igsh=MTZsa2d1aHdyNXFobw==

    30 min

  6. FEB 5

    Why a Military Veteran Transitioned from Traditional Rentals to Room Rental Investing

    In this episode, I sit down with Ed Peugh — a military veteran, licensed real estate agent, real estate investor, and respected pillar and mentor in the Charlotte, NC real estate investing market. Ed shares how decades of experience shaped his investing philosophy — and why he recently made the strategic move to add room rental (co-living) investments to his portfolio. This conversation goes beyond theory and hype. We talk real numbers, real market shifts, and real decisions investors are making right now. In this episode, you’ll learn: How Ed’s military background influences his discipline and risk managementWhat he’s seen change in the Charlotte real estate market over the yearsWhy traditional rental investors are exploring room rentals for stronger cash flowKey differences between traditional rentals and room rental operationsWhether you’re an experienced investor, a real estate agent, or someone exploring room rentals for the first time, this episode delivers grounded insight from someone who’s done it all. Subscribe to the channel for more real conversations on coliving investing, room rentals, and building sustainable cash flow Ready to start room rental investing? Grab my Room Rental Profits System here: https://www.roomrentalprofits.com/room-rental-strategy Follow me on IG: www.instagram.com/ashtheprenuer Follow Ed on IG: www.instagram.com/edwardpeugh

    30 min

  7. JAN 29

    Room Rental Property Manager Interview: Managing, Designing & Scaling Room Rentals

    In this episode, I sit down with Alida Lambooy, a room rental property manager, room rental property owner, and interior designer, to talk about what it really takes to build and operate profitable room rental properties. We dive into how smart property management systems, intentional interior design, and tenant-focused spaces can directly impact cash flow, tenant retention, and long-term success in the room rental and co-living space. If you’re a real estate investor interested in: • Renting by the room • Scaling room rental properties • Improving tenant experience • Using design to increase profitability • Running smoother property operations …this interview is packed with real-world insights and actionable takeaways. 🎧 Watch until the end for practical tips you can apply to your own room rental properties. Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/ashthepreneur Follow Alida on IG: https://www.instagram.com/alida_lambooy Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with another investor who’s building in the room rental space. Interested in learning how to invest in long term room rentals? Grab my online course here: https://www.roomrentalprofits.com/room-rental-strategy

    29 min

  8. JAN 22

    How He Bought a $1.2M Farm WITHOUT a Bank | The “Farm Hacking” Strategy

    In this episode, I sit down with Sawand Belcher to break down one of the most inspiring real estate journeys you’ll hear. Sawand went from being a car salesman to a full-time real estate investor by mastering creative financing—and he didn’t stop at small deals. Using owner financing, he secured his $1.2 million dream home on a 22 acre farm, a strategy so innovative he coined the term “farm hacking.”  In this interview, we cover: How Sawand transitioned out of a 9–5 into real estate full timeWhat creative financing really looks like in practiceHow owner financing works for high-value propertiesThe exact mindset shift needed to negotiate win-win dealsWhy land and farm properties can unlock massive income opportunityIf you’ve ever felt limited by banks, credit requirements, or lack of capital, this conversation will completely change how you think about buying real estate. This is a must-watch for investors who want to scale smarter, think bigger, and build wealth on their own terms. Follow Sawand on IG: @thisismetakingaction Follow me on IG: @ashthepreneur Want to learn how to to use creative financing strategies to buy room rental investment properties? Grab the Room Rental Profits online course here:  https://www.roomrentalprofits.com/room-rental-strategy

    29 min

  9. JAN 15

    How a Tech Founder Doubled His Rental Income by Renting by the Room

    What if renting your property by the room could earn you twice the income of renting it to just one tenant? In this episode, I sit down with busy tech founder Fitz Light, who made a bold real estate move—choosing room rental investing over traditional long-term renting. Instead of leasing his townhome as a standard 3-bedroom, Fitz strategically converted it into a 5-bedroom co-living property. The result? ✔️ 2X the rental income ✔️ Increased cash flow without buying another property ✔️ A scalable strategy that fits a busy entrepreneur’s lifestyle In this conversation, we break down: Why Fitz chose room rentals over a single tenant How converting a 3-bed into a 5-bed changed the numbers The real cash flow difference between traditional renting vs renting by the room Who room rental investing is best for (and who should avoid it) If you’re a real estate investor, house hacker, or entrepreneur looking to maximize cash flow without constantly chasing new deals, this episode is for you. 📌 Subscribe for more conversations on co-living, room rentals, and real estate cash flow 📩 Want to learn how to build cash-flowing room rentals? Grab the online course here: https://www.roomrentalprofits.com/room-rental-strategy Follow me @ashthepreneur Follow Fitz @fitzgeraldlight Check out his app www.flightsuite.ai #RoomRentalInvesting #CoLiving #RealEstateInvesting #PassiveIncome #HouseHacking #CashFlow #Sharinghousing #AffordableHousing #CoLivingInvestingPodcast

    28 min

  10. JAN 8

    Great Real Estate Agents are Clutch in Room Rental Investing

    I’m officially kicking off the very first episode of the CoLiving Investing Podcast, and I couldn’t be more proud of how this journey is starting. This podcast has been on my heart for a long time, and it’s all about real conversations, real strategies, and real people who are shaping the future of coliving investing.  For episode one, I’m honored to sit down with Miranda Solomon — a truly talented, experienced, and incredibly knowledgeable real estate agent. Miranda brings so much insight to the table, from navigating today’s market to what it takes to be a successful agent to understanding how smart investing and creative housing solutions can create long-term wealth and impact. Her expertise, professionalism, and passion for helping clients really shine through in this conversation. This first interview sets the tone for what the CoLiving Investing Podcast is all about: education, empowerment, and elevating the way we think about real estate, specifically shared housing. Want to work with Miranda? Connect with her here: https://www.instagram.com/charlotte_native_realty?igsh=cWk3dnM4c3gxbTNr Want to learn more about room rental investing? Grab the online course here: https://www.roomrentalprofits.com/room-rental-strategy

    29 min
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Coliving Investing is the podcast for real estate investors who want higher cash flow without buying more properties. We break down how to profit from long-term room rentals, creative financing, and scalable co-living investing strategies—real talk, real numbers, real results.

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  • Creator
    Ashley Jeffers
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  • Episodes
    10
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    © 2026 Coliving Investing Podcast
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