In this inspiring episode of The WealthGenius Podcast, Alfonso sits down with Valentina Carrillo and Layda Zuniga, a dynamic duo of real estate investors and commercial realtors. Together, they share their journey from owning a single-family townhouse to scaling their portfolio into multifamily apartment buildings. Valentina and Layda discuss the challenges and triumphs of working as partners, navigating real estate as immigrants, and the pivotal mindset shifts that propelled their success.
Valentina and Layda share how they transformed a 7-unit property into a 10-unit complex through creative renovation and smart partnerships. They also touch on the importance of family support, the value of investing in community, and their vision for future growth, including new construction projects.
Whether you’re looking to learn about multifamily investing, building wealth through partnerships, or the power of determination, this episode offers valuable insights for aspiring investors.
ABOUT VALENTINA CARRILLO & LAYDA ZUNIGA
We are Valentina Carrillo and Layda Zuniga, the dynamic founders of LMV Properties Inc. With over 30 years of combined experience as Industrial Engineers, we excel in Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Problem Solving, Project Management, Procedure Creation, and Process Optimization. Our journey is enriched by strong leadership, team development, and communication skills.
Our passion for real estate led us to pursue education and mentorship, mastering multifamily property underwriting. Through strategic partnerships and informed decisions, we expanded our portfolio from one home to 11 doors, and engaged in Private Lending deals. Now, transitioning from passive to active investors, we are determined to maximize our impact and success.
Outside of work, we embrace life with Latin zest, whether fiercely competing on the tennis court, perfecting our yoga poses, or hiking new trails. We thrive on thrilling bike rides in the summer and cozy evenings with a good book. Our journey blends professional achievement with personal joy, and we love connecting with like-minded individuals who share our passion for life and learning.
