In this episode of the REalized Gains Podcast, Steven & Jordan sit down with Jaina Anne, a real estate investor based in Orange County who has built a 10-unit rental portfolio—all while maintaining a full-time W2 in public health.

Jaina shares how she got started in real estate during COVID after realizing a gap in her financial literacy. What began with a single out-of-state investment turned into scaling a portfolio of long-term rentals in the Midwest, leveraging creative financing strategies and relationships with local lenders.

We dive into how she was able to grow quickly without using large amounts of her own capital, including using commercial loan products, refinancing strategies, and building systems to manage properties remotely. She also breaks down the realities of investing in lower-cost markets—covering both the upside (cash flow, low entry price) and the downside (CapEx, market risks, and long-term appreciation).

The conversation also explores her experience investing as a limited partner in boutique hotel developments, how syndications work, and why she chose branding and relationships over purely analyzing numbers when making investment decisions.

Jaina also shares her unique approach to travel hacking, showing how real estate investors can leverage everyday expenses to generate points and take luxury trips—sometimes worth tens of thousands of dollars annually.

Finally, we discuss why she continues to keep her W2, how she balances multiple income streams, and her advice for anyone looking to get started in real estate today.

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to scale your portfolio, this episode is packed with practical strategies and a refreshing perspective on building wealth without quitting your job.

Steven Tran

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📧 Email: steven@diverserg.com

Jordan Lee

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📧 Email: jordan@jordanleemortgage.com

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