What does it really take to break free from the W-2 grind?
In this inspiring episode of Real Estate Junkies: Coast to Coast, hosts Russell Ham and Steve take a deep dive with special guest Judy Richards, a former pharmaceutical professional who used grit, mindset, and the Smart Real Estate Coach community to close a $175K owner-financing deal — after 13 months of persistence.
You’ll hear Judy’s full journey:
- Why she left a 28-year career in pharma
- How she handled setbacks and kept her head in the game
- The mindset breakthroughs that kept her going
- The exact structure of her life-changing, no-money-down deal
She also opens up about hitting a breaking point, how a single podcast changed everything, and what it was like learning the ropes as one of the newest members in the Wicked Smart community.
💥 Whether you're new to creative financing or feel stuck in your investing journey, Judy’s story will remind you that transformation takes time — and one deal can change everything.
🔑 Topics Covered:
- Mindset, Skillset & Systems for real estate success
- Overcoming fear on seller calls
- Using community support to grow faster
- Owner financing with principal-only terms
- How to turn setbacks into setups for your next win
📩 Want to connect with Judy? Reach out at: judithrichard1@yahoo.com
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