You do not need to start with a ton of money to build your own real estate empire. On today’s episode, we talk with Jennifer Grimson, about her journey from bankruptcy to financial independence and how she was able to move through crisis to reach her goals. Jennifer has created over $1.4 million in income producing investments while working a full- time job.  We discuss how perseverance and grit helped Jennifer overcome challenges, why she ultimately chose to be a passive investor instead of an active one, and the three numbers she’s always has in her head to make sure she’s on the right track to financial freedom. We also talk about how success comes from being comfortable with the uncomfortable. Jennifer Grimson was a single mother who twice found herself broke and hopeless. The second time, she rebuilt by creating small “empires” for financial independence. She created over $1.4m in income producing investments with a W2 and some grit. In 2019, Jennifer created the Micro Empire Podcast to share her story and to pull back the curtain on the path to financial independence. She invests in three short term rentals, multifamily, and businesses. On today’s episode, we discuss a ton with Jennifer including: What a micro empire is How to rebuild after going broke twice The three steps to get you through a crisis Why it’s important to know what wealth means to you   Books/Resources The Only Woman in the Room Compiled by Ashley Wilson  The Gift of Fear by Gavin de Becker Women Don’t Ask by Linda Babcock   Contact Information Instagram – Jennifer Grimson Micro-empires.com Micro Empires Podcast   In The Only Woman in the Room, 20 incredible women share how they were able to achieve financial freedom in a world historically dominated by men. From residential to commercial, this book is packed full of knowledge and inspiration on all facets regardless of where one is in their real estate investing journey. Our passion behind this book is to help women secure a financially strong future especially during these unprecedented and uncertain times.    The early reviews for The Only Woman in the Room - Knowledge and Inspiration from 20 Successful Real Estate Women Investors have been amazing!    “Throughout my career there were multiple occasions where I have stood as the only woman in the room.  This powerful book is a must read and I only wish it had been available early on in my career!”  -Barbara Corcoran  Founder of The Corcoran Group  You will learn TONS of tips, strategies and “hacks” to implement immediately in the following areas:  Creatively finding and financing deals Getting started  Scaling a multifamily portfolio Raising private capital Marketing Construction Management  And Much More!!   BUY THE BOOK NOW! https://therealestateinvesther.mykajabi.com/book   InvestHER Community Our mission is to support and inspire women real estate investors around the globe to live a financially free and balanced life. We are dedicated to creating empowering online and in person communities where women have a non-intimidating environment to ask questions and receive the support they need. Our vision is to see all woman investors achieve her financial freedom goals on her own terms. How To Join the InvestHER Movement   1)  The Real Estate InvestHER Podcast - The weekly show details the journey of some of the most amazing women real estate investors around the world, who open up their lives and share practical and strategic tools for growing a rental portfolio, flipping houses and the mindset that allows them to run a successful investing business while taking care of their families and most importantly taking care of themselves.    Subscribe via Itunes  Subscribe via Android  Subscribe via Stitcher 2)  InvestHER Community on Facebook  We have 2k+ members in our Facebook InvestHER Community (and growing!) This is a safe place for women to ask real estate investing questions and gain the support they need to achieve their goals!   3) Invest