In this episode of Empowered Investing with Leading Ladies, Arleen Garza sits down with Amy Sylvis, founder of Sylvis Capital, for a conversation that will challenge everything you think you know about who gets to invest in real estate.

Amy was born with cystic fibrosis and given a life expectancy of 8–9 years. She went on to build a career in biotech — until her health forced her to medically retire in her mid-thirties. With limited income and a desire to not be a burden on her family, she discovered passive real estate investing. Today, Sylvis Capital manages 18+ properties and over 3,200 units.

In this episode, Amy and Arleen cover:

• Why operator selection matters more than the property or the market
• How to use a self-directed IRA or 401(k) to invest in real estate
• What financial independence really means — and how to define it for yourself
• The biggest myths keeping women out of real estate investing
• How Amy rebuilt her goals after receiving a life-changing breakthrough medication at age 39

If you've ever thought real estate investing isn't accessible to you — this episode will change your mind.

In this insightful episode of Empowered Investing with Leading Ladies, host Arleen Garza sits down with Celine Williams, President of Celine M. Williams Services and a trusted authority in multifamily and affordable housing compliance.

With more than 15 years of experience in the rental housing industry, Celine provides consulting, training, and inspection services that support multifamily communities in maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal requirements while maximizing income and delivering quality housing. As a certified HUD REAC inspector, NAAEI Faculty member, and accomplished leader with an MBA and multiple industry designations, she brings a practical, real-world perspective to one of the most critical aspects of property operations.

Arleen and Celine dive into what compliance really means for multifamily assets, how inspections and regulatory requirements directly affect property performance, and why educating and empowering onsite teams is essential to long-term stability and success.

If you’re looking for a clear, empowering conversation that demystifies compliance and highlights its real impact on multifamily communities, this episode offers valuable insight you won’t want to miss.

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In this inspiring episode of Empowered Investing with Leading Ladies, host Arleen Garza sits down with Monick Halm, founder and CEO of Real Estate Investor Goddesses and a true trailblazer in helping women build wealth on their own terms.

With more than 20 years of experience across syndications, buy-and-hold, and fix-and-flip investments, Monick has guided thousands of women toward financial freedom through real estate.

Arleen and Monick explore the signature WEALTHY framework, the transformative power of community, and how women can confidently step into deal-making whether they’re chasing their first investment or ready to scale.

If you’re looking for an authentic, uplifting conversation about building wealth and designing a life you love, this episode will leave you fired up for your next step.

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