Episode 19: She Found a Way to Make Money AND End Homelessness

In this episode, Dionne Payn joins host Sam Sells to discuss innovative approaches to affordable housing and community empowerment. Dionne shares her journey into ethical property development and her commitment to addressing the housing crisis through sustainable investments, including co-living apartments and eco-villages designed to provide affordable housing while generating returns for investors.The conversation explores the critical intersection of affordable housing and financial accessibility, with Dionne revealing her work on a groundbreaking fund that enables everyday women to invest in affordable housing projects—opportunities traditionally reserved for wealthy investors. Both emphasize the disproportionate impact of homelessness on women and the vital need for greater financial literacy.Dionne and Sam discuss how impact investing can combathomelessness while maintaining financial viability, sharing insights on navigating risks and creating positive community outcomes. Their shared vision highlights the power of collaborative efforts to transform lives through accessible housing and resource connections.Key Topics:•Ethical property development and sustainable housing solutions• Creating investment opportunities in affordable housing for everyday investors• The intersection of financial literacy and community empowerment• Impact investing that balances returns with social good• Addressing homelessness through collaborative, innovative approachesDionne's Socials:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dionnepayn/Website: www.women4homes.comLink.tree: https://linktr.ee/women4homesSam's Socials: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuelsells/https://www.facebook.com/impactsamuel⁠facebook.com/sam.sells.16⁠ ⁠instagram.com/thedisruptivecapitalistshttps://grantauthority.orghttps://brightstead.comFollow Us:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-disruptive-capitalists/id1644437927Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/1I5tdqJNcxCB2Qiu1lfZyJ?si=4a4cf07923394bb9YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@disruptivecapitalists/podcastsAmazon:  https://amzn.eu/d/b0ycqCqPandora:  https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-disruptive-capitalists/PC:1001025132Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests. The content is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners should seek legal or professional advice before making any decisions based on the discussions in this podcast.