Can you truly build the life you want while relying on someone else’s paycheck? Dr. V Brooks Dunbar shares how she shifted from financial struggle to financial freedom—starting with buying her first home at 22, navigating corporate life with a strategic exit plan, and using real estate to create lasting wealth. She unpacks the mindset, confidence, and calculated risks needed to take control of your financial future.
This conversation is for you if you're looking for a roadmap to independence and long-term success. Tune in and start building your path to financial freedom!
[00:00] Dr. V’s Story
[06:17] Early Money Lessons & Career Mindset
[10:38] Buying a First Car & Understanding Debt
[12:47] Homeownership at 22: A Game Changer
[18:33] Transitioning from Corporate to Entrepreneurship
[26:12] Real Estate Strategy: Residential to Commercial
[34:51] Founding The Center for Confidence & Business Coaching
[42:33] The New LaVilla Project & Real Estate Crowdfunding
[54:29] Financial Confidence, Wealth Building & Final Thoughts
Connect with Dr. V!
Website: https://www.thenewlavilla.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdunbar/
Project LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-new-lavilla/
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Key Quotes:
"You won’t live the life you want by waiting for someone else to sign your check." - Dr. V Brooks Dunbar
"You have to have a healthy degree of risk to grow. Staying comfortable won’t get you anywhere." - Dr. V Brooks Dunbar
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