Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Giang Nguyen from One River Capital, shares her inspiring story of transitioning from a biology major to real estate investing, starting with a single-family foreclosure and scaling up to a multifamily portfolio that allowed her to leave her W2 job and pursue her passion for salsa dancing. She discusses overcoming challenges, the importance of community and mentorship, and tips for new investors.

In this episode:
*Discover the power of aligning your investments with your personal "why" for lasting motivation.
*Absorb the importance of starting before you're ready—progress comes from doing, not waiting.
*Grasp how community and mentorship can fast-track your growth and minimize costly mistakes.
*Understand that calculated risks and collaboration are key to scaling your real estate portfolio.
*And so much more!

Key Moments:

00:54 Meet Giang: From Vietnam to Multifamily Investor
01:36 Giang's Real Estate Journey Begins
02:38 Scaling Up: From Single Family to Multifamily
04:15 The Importance of Taking Action
07:04 Finding Your Why in Real Estate Investing
11:01 Overcoming Mistakes and Learning from Experience
16:10 Tips for Aspiring Real Estate Investors
18:22 Recommended Books and Resources
20:37 Connect with Giang and Final Thoughts

Find Giang Nguyen on:

Website: https://onerivercapital.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thatsalsainvestor/
Instagam: https://www.instagram.com/thatsalsainvestor

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