Mar 05 2025 69 mins
The podcast features a conversation with a real estate investor who transitioned from part-time investing overseas to full-time investing in the Philadelphia area. She shares her journey, including her initial fears and how she overcame them by investing in a condo in Colorado. The episode dives into strategies for out-of-state investing, the importance of local knowledge, and her current focus on new construction as a balanced investment approach.
Sheryl Sitman is a seasoned real estate investor and the founder of Philadelphia Landlord Connect. With years of experience in landlording and property management, Sheryl has become a go-to expert for real estate investors in the Philadelphia area. Her innovative approach to connecting landlords and sharing resources has revolutionized the local real estate community. Sheryl's expertise spans self-management strategies, out-of-state investing, and navigating the unique challenges of the Philadelphia real estate market.
🚧 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE:
✅ Importance of spending time in a new market to understand it fully.
✅ Advantages of new construction investments.
✅ Differences in property management and regulations across states.
📌 TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – Introduction and Sheryl’s Background
02:00 – First Real Estate Investment in Colorado
04:00 – Overcoming Fears of Out-of-State Investing
06:00 – Importance of Local Knowledge in New Markets
07:30 – Transition to Full-Time Real Estate Investing
09:00 – Focus on New Construction as an Investment Strategy
11:00 – Challenges and Advantages of Investing in Different States
14:00 – Building Local Teams and Networking Tips
16:00 – Evaluating New Markets for Investment Opportunities
18:00 – The Role of Property Managers and Self-Management
21:00 – Managing Out-of-State Properties Effectively
24:00 – Philadelphia Landlord Connect: Building Community
26:00 – Common Challenges in Philadelphia Real Estate
28:00 – Advocacy for Landlords and Working with City Officials
30:00 – Future Trends in Philadelphia Real Estate Market
32:00 – Sheryl’s Advice for New Real Estate Investors
35:00 – Rapid-Fire Questions (Word Association and Favorites)
38:00 – Sheryl’s Long-Term Goals and Future Plans
40:00 – Closing Remarks and Where to Connect with Sheryl
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🔗 CONNECT WITH SHERYL:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sitman/
Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@SherylSitman
Website: https://reallandlording.com/
🔗 FOLLOW ME AT:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aldoschandra/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aldochandra
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@aldochandra
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kaizenblueprint
Website: https://kaizenblueprint.com
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