In this episode, I welcome Cristina Mineo to  share with us her journey from her bustling career as a hairstylist in New York City to a dynamic role as an entrepreneur and real estate investor in Atlanta.  Cristina unveils the pivotal role of financial literacy, drawing from Robert Kiyosaki's "Rich Dad Poor Dad," to help you with your entrepreneurial endeavors. She also highlights the challenges and triumphs of real estate investments, emphasizing some strategies to overcome systemic barriers and leveraging community support for sustainable growth.  Join us as we unravel her transition from urban hustle to rural prosperity, emphasizing the narrative of resilience, determination, and strategic foresight in real estate investments today.  KEY POINTS: - Cristina’s real estate investment journey  - The key to financial literacy  - On taking risks and facing fears in real estate investing - The importance of focusing on your goal  - On overcoming fear, building connections, and seeking opportunities - Some challenges of being a woman in the real estate industry - Ways to reframe setbacks in renovation projects - Financial struggles and growth through community support - Some helpful foundational book recommendations QUOTES: “When you try to hold something so tight and expect that everything is going to be perfect, you're just not going to set yourself up for success.”– Cristina Mineo ”One word that can address the guilt is imagination. So, the reason why we feel that guilt is because no one in our circle had seen or been to where we're at.” – Cristina Mineo GUEST RESOURCES: Cristina Mineo  IG | @cristinamineo RESOURCES:  [SAVE YOUR SPOT!] Ready to elevate your real estate journey? Join me at the Owning It and Living It Experience from November 1st to 3rd at the Intercontinental Hotel in Buckhead, where you not only have the chance to win a fully renovated house but also immerse yourself in a unique event that blends black and brown culture with invaluable real estate insights—secure your ticket at https://experience.owningitandlivingit.com/ before prices go up. I can't wait to see you there! Erika Brown IG: @erikabrowninvestor LinkedIn: @erika brown Wealth Within Reach is produced by EPYC Media Network