Episode 19: Flipping Homes & Building Dreams with Allyson Sabbagh & Leidy James

Welcome back to The Landlady Listens Podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, host Meg Hayden sits down with two powerhouse women in real estate and construction—Allyson Sabbagh, Senior Loan Officer at Seacoast Mortgage Corporation, and Leidy James, owner of Lena’s Home Improvement. They break down the real work of house flipping: financing strategies, managing subs and timelines, budgeting for surprises, and building a team that actually supports your vision. ✨ Tune in to learn: - The realities of financing flips (equity lines, hard-money, holding costs) - How to manage subcontractors, inspections, and project timelines - What to budget for (including often-overlooked exterior & landscaping costs) - How networking and strong vendor relationships save time & money - The importance of mindset, self-care, and faith while running big projects This conversation is essential listening for aspiring flippers, real estate pros, and anyone who wants to see more women lead in construction and development. 💪🏽🏡 Guest Info – Allyson Sabbagh Seacoast Mortgage Corporation 📧 [email protected] 💭 Mantra: “There is a solution to everything.” 📌 Advice: Research the market 📱 Tech: Home Depot app, Excel & spreadsheets (keeps the numbers tight) Guest Info – Leidy James Lena’s Home Improvement 📚 Book recs: Robert Greene (and related titles) 💭 Mantra: “God is good, God is great—all the time.” 📱 Tech: ChatGPT for design mockups and client visuals Connect with Meg Hayden 📞 609-598-2232 📧 [email protected] #HouseFlipping #WomenInConstruction #RealEstateInvesting #TheLandladyListens #MegHayden #AllysonSabbagh #LeidyJames #FlippingHomes