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November 5, 2024 30 mins

Join us in this episode as we explore Ashley Wilson's journey from house flipping to multifamily investing! 

Listen in as she delves into the critical role of knowing the construction space and its impact on the success of a multifamily business, the power of networking and connecting with people, and building generational wealth through multifamily investments.


Key Points & Relevant Topics

  • Ashley’s transition from corporate America into real estate investing
  • Why Ashley decided to shift her investment strategy from flipping and house hacking to multifamily investing
  • Benefits of having a background in construction
  • House flipping vs. multifamily investing
  • The importance of creating partnerships and building networks in commercial real estate
  • Steps to efficiently handle and deal with construction projects
  • How to communicate with insurance providers effectively
  • Managing contingency plans, budget allocation, and reserves


Resources & Links
Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive Investor


About Ashley Wilson

Ashley Wilson, is the Co-Founder of Conference Connect, Founder and CEO of Bar Down Investments, LLC, Co-Founder of Apartment Addicts & Co-Founder of HouseItLook, LLC, Best Selling Author of The Only Woman in the Room, Knowledge and Inspiration from 20 Women Real Estate Investors, a regular contributor to RENT magazine and has hosted several BiggerPockets multifamily series.  

She started investing in real estate in 2009 and has been involved in over $165 million in transactions and managed over $13 million in construction, within both single and multifamily, across over 1,500 units. In addition to operating her own investments, Ashley provides consulting and mentorship to other operators and investors.  

Ashley graduated on the Dean's List from Colgate University and then received a Masters in Leadership Development from Penn State University, where she was inducted into the Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society. Ashley is a certified Six Sigma Lean Professional (SSLP) and a certified NAA Independent Rental Owner Professional (IROP). Today Ashley serves on the Penn State Real Estate Board, the Co-Chair of her alma mater, Colgate University, and a Montgomery School Board of Trustee. Outside of real estate she enjoys spending time with her family and competing her horses in the hunter-jumpers. 


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