From Teacher to Investor: Laura Sides on Using HELOCs Wisely

January 01, 2025 00:30:38
From Teacher to Investor: Laura Sides on Using HELOCs Wisely
The Short Term Show
From Teacher to Investor: Laura Sides on Using HELOCs Wisely

Jan 01 2025 | 00:30:38

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Show Notes

In this episode of The Short Term Show, Avery welcomed Laura Sides, a former middle school biology teacher who transitioned into real estate investing. Laura shared her journey from teaching to becoming a stay-at-home mom to discovering her passion for real estate and the challenges she has faced along the way. Laura explained her strategy of using HELOCs for short-term flips and paying them off quickly, rather than using them for long-term investments. She also touched on her experience transitioning to property manager for their short term rentals and they discussed the difficult task of firing property managers. 

 

How to connect with Laura: 

@sides_investing on Instagram
https://sidesinvesting.com

 

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