Skip to content
×
PRO
Pro Members Get Full Access!
Get off the sidelines and take action in real estate investing with BiggerPockets Pro. Our comprehensive suite of tools and resources minimize mistakes, support informed decisions, and propel you to success.
Advanced networking features
Market and Deal Finder tools
Property analysis calculators
Landlord Command Center
$0
TODAY
$69.00/month when billed monthly.
$32.50/month when billed annually.
7 day free trial. Cancel anytime
Already a Pro Member? Sign in here

Join Over 3 Million Real Estate Investors

Create a free BiggerPockets account to comment, participate, and connect with over 3 million real estate investors.
Use your real name
By signing up, you indicate that you agree to the BiggerPockets Terms & Conditions.
The community here is like my own little personal real estate army that I can depend upon to help me through ANY problems I come across.
General Landlording & Rental Properties
All Forum Categories
Followed Discussions
Followed Categories
Followed People
Followed Locations
Market News & Data
General Info
Real Estate Strategies
Landlording & Rental Properties
Real Estate Professionals
Financial, Tax, & Legal
Real Estate Classifieds
Reviews & Feedback

Updated 5 months ago, 07/09/2024

User Stats

12
Posts
32
Votes
Jenny Cunningham
  • Orlando, FL
32
Votes |
12
Posts

To all the female investors!!!

Jenny Cunningham
  • Orlando, FL
Posted

To all the amazing women investors on BP! My name is Jenny Cunningham from FL, I started investing in real estate about 2 years ago with my partner (male) and have mainly focused on doing flips while recently looking to get into the rental market as well. As I'm sure you all know being a female in the investing world has its challenges of which I have faced with many with people not showing me the same respect as my partner receives. I did some quick searches but can't find any groups directed to women investors and I want to see if anyone is interested in a female group chat where we can bounce ideas, questions or anything to do with the investing world and help each other out! I think it would be very beneficial for the less experienced investors to get a chance to talk to the experienced investors and hear some of the challenges they have been able to overcome as a female investor. Hoping this can help everyone from the beginner to some of the most experienced. If you're interested please comment here or send me a quick message. I'd love to hear from everyone!!

User Stats

4,079
Posts
1,596
Votes
George P.
  • Property Manager
  • Livonia, MI
1,596
Votes |
4,079
Posts
George P.
  • Property Manager
  • Livonia, MI
Replied

this a great idea.  for the life of me I don't know why contractors do not respect women as much as men if they see the woman knows what she wants and how she wants it done and how much it should cost.  apparently that's not her first time doing it! 

User Stats

1,636
Posts
736
Votes
Jonna Weber
Pro Member
  • Investor
  • Boise, ID
736
Votes |
1,636
Posts
Jonna Weber
Pro Member
  • Investor
  • Boise, ID
ModeratorReplied

@Jenny Cunningham- way to take charge!  I'm in.  

  • Jonna Weber
  • 208-608-4884
  • Podcast Guest on Show #80
  • NREIG  logo
    NREIG
    |
    Sponsored
    Customizable insurance coverage with a program that’s easy to use Add, edit, and remove properties from your account any time with no minimum-earned premiums.

    User Stats

    84
    Posts
    23
    Votes
    Danielle Levins
    • Real Estate Broker
    • Tampa, FL
    23
    Votes |
    84
    Posts
    Danielle Levins
    • Real Estate Broker
    • Tampa, FL
    Replied

    Count me in as well Jenny!!

    User Stats

    34
    Posts
    2
    Votes
    Bertha Gomez
    • Investor
    • Saginaw, MI
    2
    Votes |
    34
    Posts
    Bertha Gomez
    • Investor
    • Saginaw, MI
    Replied

    Love the idea, count me in for sure!

    User Stats

    54
    Posts
    13
    Votes
    Renata McCulloch
    • District court clerk
    • Kent, WA
    13
    Votes |
    54
    Posts
    Renata McCulloch
    • District court clerk
    • Kent, WA
    Replied

    Jenny Cunningham count me in. I'm looking for experienced investors to help me get my business off the ground.

    User Stats

    13
    Posts
    3
    Votes
    Melisa Claxton
    • Investor
    • Rochester, NY
    3
    Votes |
    13
    Posts
    Melisa Claxton
    • Investor
    • Rochester, NY
    Replied

    I love this idea!  Thank you! 

    User Stats

    5
    Posts
    2
    Votes
    LaDonna Clemons
    • Real Estate Agent
    • Burtonsville, MD
    2
    Votes |
    5
    Posts
    LaDonna Clemons
    • Real Estate Agent
    • Burtonsville, MD
    Replied

    Awesome idea, count me in! 

    User Stats

    47
    Posts
    18
    Votes
    Tracey Pera
    • Yucaipa, CA
    18
    Votes |
    47
    Posts
    Tracey Pera
    • Yucaipa, CA
    Replied

    Count me in, I have no Investing experience, but loads of Life experience. I am available to help those who need some encouragement.  I hope to jump in and do  some deals this year, the sooner the better. I am 'retired' and looking for a Female Mentor who knows the So. Cal Market. I am IN for the women led group!

    User Stats

    537
    Posts
    192
    Votes
    Lydia S.
    • Real Estate Agent
    • Albuquerque, NM
    192
    Votes |
    537
    Posts
    Lydia S.
    • Real Estate Agent
    • Albuquerque, NM
    Replied

    I am not, nor ever plan to be a Facebook user, which excludes my interaction with you ladies there.  

    While unfortunate in some ways, I will remain here on BP soaking up all that I can from both genders.

    I hope you all continue to share your wisdom and experiences here on BP!!

    User Stats

    208
    Posts
    134
    Votes
    Emily Powell
    • Investor
    • Houston, TX
    134
    Votes |
    208
    Posts
    Emily Powell
    • Investor
    • Houston, TX
    Replied

    Why not?  The more ideas, the better (regardless of gender).  But I'm game.

    User Stats

    24
    Posts
    4
    Votes
    Jamie Kenerson
    • Real Estate Agent
    • Gaithersburg, MD
    4
    Votes |
    24
    Posts
    Jamie Kenerson
    • Real Estate Agent
    • Gaithersburg, MD
    Replied

    Yes I'm in!

    User Stats

    20
    Posts
    4
    Votes
    NAJEE JAMERSON
    • Real Estate Investor
    • Las Vegas, NV
    4
    Votes |
    20
    Posts
    NAJEE JAMERSON
    • Real Estate Investor
    • Las Vegas, NV
    Replied

    Sounds like a great idea Im in!

    BiggerPockets logo
    Join Our Private Community for Passive Investors
    |
    BiggerPockets
    Get first-hand insights and real sponsor reviews from other investors

    User Stats

    8
    Posts
    0
    Votes
    Cathy Hall
    Pro Member
    • Investor
    • St. Louis, MO
    0
    Votes |
    8
    Posts
    Cathy Hall
    Pro Member
    • Investor
    • St. Louis, MO
    Replied

    Count me in!

  • Cathy Hall
  • User Stats

    5
    Posts
    4
    Votes
    Chenna Jags
    • Boston, MA
    4
    Votes |
    5
    Posts
    Chenna Jags
    • Boston, MA
    Replied

    I am just in the beginning stages and looking to connect with other women in this industry, so count me in!

    User Stats

    24
    Posts
    3
    Votes
    Nicole Curtis
    • Baltimore, MD
    3
    Votes |
    24
    Posts
    Nicole Curtis
    • Baltimore, MD
    Replied

    @Jenny Cunningham-  I'm interested count me in!

    User Stats

    1
    Posts
    0
    Votes
    Helen Yang
    • Mountainside, NJ
    0
    Votes |
    1
    Posts
    Helen Yang
    • Mountainside, NJ
    Replied

    Great idea! Please count me in. 

    User Stats

    38
    Posts
    9
    Votes
    Nicole Carey
    • Investor
    • Burlington, VT
    9
    Votes |
    38
    Posts
    Nicole Carey
    • Investor
    • Burlington, VT
    Replied

    Awesome idea! Please count me in! 

    User Stats

    57
    Posts
    18
    Votes
    Jeannie Kenes
    • Investor
    • Auburn, CA
    18
    Votes |
    57
    Posts
    Jeannie Kenes
    • Investor
    • Auburn, CA
    Replied

    Count me in!! Great idea!

    User Stats

    1,057
    Posts
    594
    Votes
    Kimberly H.
    • Residential Real Estate Broker
    • Chicago Suburbs, IL
    594
    Votes |
    1,057
    Posts
    Kimberly H.
    • Residential Real Estate Broker
    • Chicago Suburbs, IL
    Replied

    @Jenny Cunningham I am interested.

    User Stats

    74
    Posts
    29
    Votes
    Tracey G.
    • Accountant
    • Baltimore, MD
    29
    Votes |
    74
    Posts
    Tracey G.
    • Accountant
    • Baltimore, MD
    Replied

    I'm interested!

    User Stats

    91
    Posts
    35
    Votes
    Adrienne G.
    • Specialist
    • Clermont, FL
    35
    Votes |
    91
    Posts
    Adrienne G.
    • Specialist
    • Clermont, FL
    Replied

    @Jenny Cunningham Hi. I've been away from Biggerpockets for a while. But I did try to start a women's group. Unfortunately many of us couldn't ever find the time to get together. I'm still interested and while I'm still in the Orlando area, I'd love to connect with you. I am relocating in a month to California, but would still be interested.

    User Stats

    91
    Posts
    35
    Votes
    Adrienne G.
    • Specialist
    • Clermont, FL
    35
    Votes |
    91
    Posts
    Adrienne G.
    • Specialist
    • Clermont, FL
    Replied
    Sonia I have that book and LOVE IT. It's definitely a must read.

    Originally posted by @Sonia Spangenberg:

    I think that's a great idea. My business partner is female also. I will make a suggestion of a great book. The author attended my REIA for a while and I really enjoyed talking with her as a newbie starting up because she was so encouraging. The book is "Sun Tzu for Women: The Art of War for Winning in Business" by Becky Sheetz-Runkle. On Amazon. I found it really enlightening as it points out how the problem is often inside your head to begin with and affects how you present yourself to others. Chapter 5 on "Respect from the inside" is very helpful. I work on this on a daily basis. Yes maybe initially others may start out thinking your are "just a woman" but be patient with them and show them how your handle yourself with integrity and industry. You don't have to know everything but show that you know how to ask good questions and find answers. Just be patient while others overcome their false assumptions....they are the ones with a problem. Or if they don't, they will begin to look stupid to others who see your growing contributions and value. Anyway, a great read. I go back and re-read sections when I need a boost.

    CV3 Financial logo
    CV3 Financial
    |
    Sponsored
    Fix & Flip | DSCR | Construction Loans Up to 90% LTV - Up to 80% Cash Out - No Income Verification - No Seasoning Requirements

    User Stats

    3,280
    Posts
    3,064
    Votes
    Michaela G.
    • Investor
    • Atlanta, GA
    3,064
    Votes |
    3,280
    Posts
    Michaela G.
    • Investor
    • Atlanta, GA
    Replied

    This is just my own opinion: Over the years, I have been invited to many different women's groups and I simply never had any interest, because I see myself as a real estate investor, regardless of my gender. 

    Yes, there can be drawbacks to being a woman and there can be benefits, but overall, I believe it all balances out. Some sellers rather deal with a woman, some prefer a man. Yes, subs may not always think you're competent and quote accordingly and others will bend over backwards and do little things, without charging, because you're a woman. 

    I'm just very straight forward and I deal with mostly men in regards to subcontracting and really don't see any reason for me to separate myself from them.

    User Stats

    56
    Posts
    26
    Votes
    Christina McManaway
    • Designer/Contractor from Riverside, CA
    26
    Votes |
    56
    Posts
    Christina McManaway
    • Designer/Contractor from Riverside, CA
    Replied

    Count me in! Great idea!!

    User Stats

    3
    Posts
    0
    Votes
    Tiffany Byers
    • Middlesex, NJ
    0
    Votes |
    3
    Posts
    Tiffany Byers
    • Middlesex, NJ
    Replied

    Is this group up and running.. I'm new to the party.