42. How a Respiratory Therapist Built Financial Independence With Fix and Flips | Yenny Alfaro

Send us Fan MailHow a Respiratory Therapist Gained Financial Independence With Fix and Flips| Yenny AlfaroBuying your first investment property can be exciting—but what happens when your very first deal doesn't go as planned?In this episode of Real Estate Chisme, Violeta sits down with respiratory therapist, entrepreneur, and real estate investor Yenny Alfaro to discuss how she went from working hospital shifts to building wealth through fix-and-flip investing. Yenny shares the honest story behind her first flip, the costly mistakes she made, and how those lessons helped her achieve financial freedom without leaving the career she loves.From saving every extra dollar to fund her first investment to navigating contractors, hard money loans, and unexpected renovation costs, Yenny offers practical advice for anyone thinking about getting started in real estate. She also shares how investing has given her more time with her children and why she believes anyone willing to learn can build wealth through real estate.Whether you're dreaming about your first flip, considering rental properties, or simply looking for inspiration to take your first step, this conversation is filled with valuable lessons from someone who's been exactly where you are.In This Episode, We Discuss:Why Yenny decided to invest in real estate while keeping her full-time healthcare careerHow she saved enough money to fund her first fix-and-flip projectThe biggest mistakes she made on her first investment propertyWhat happened when a wholesaler overestimated the property's valueHow she overcame fear after realizing her first deal was much harder than expectedWhat to know before using hard money lenders to finance a flipWhy taking rehab funds may be smarter than paying renovation costs yourselfCommon renovation surprises, including foundation issues and termitesHow to avoid being taken advantage of by contractorsThe importance of studying your local market before buying a propertyWhy your first investment should be viewed as an education, not just a paydayHow Yenny balances motherhood, healthcare, and real estate investingWhat financial freedom looks like for her today—and why she still chooses to work as a respiratory therapistEncouragement and practical advice for Latinas who want to start investing in real estateLinks Mentioned: Join the  Latinas in Real Estate CommunityMore on the Blog!https://moneychisme.com/from-respiratory-therapist-to-real-estate-investor-yennys-journey/Connect with Yenny Alfaro:TikTok: @yenrealestateinvestorInstagram: @yenrealestateinvestorSupport the showJoin my Latina Real Estate Investors Community (FREE)https://www.skool.com/real-estate-jefas-9075/aboutGet my FREE Real Estate Investing Starter Kit https://moneychisme.kit.com/rei-starter-kitProperty Management made easy with RentRedihttps://app.rentredi.com/signUp/AOK400?utm_medium=copylink&utm_campaign=referralShareManage Your Funds with BASELANE Bankinghttps://invite.baselane.com/Violeta84614Follow us on Social Mediahttps://www.instagram.com/money_chisme/https://www.instagram.com/lindoesinvesting/Disclaimer:We are not financial advisors. The information contained in this video is for entertainment purposes only. Please consult a licensed professional before making any financial decisions. Affiliate links: I may earn a small commission when you click on the links at no additional cost to you. This helps me provide you with free content, like this podcast! You can read my full disclaimer here: ...