EP 195: From Therapist to Real Estate Investor: Brie's First Flip Story

EP 195: From Therapist to Real Estate Investor: Brie's First Flip Story

July 3, 2026 · 29 min

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Brie Skanderup shares her journey from therapist to real estate investor, detailing her first flip project and the strategies she used to find success without a large marketing budget.

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