Where The Ladies At? Learn Why So Few Females Inhabit the World of Real Estate Investing with Robin Binkly

Ever notice how few females there are in the Real Estate investment space? I sure do! At our monthly events, we’re batting anywhere between 10-20% female attendance. 

 

In this week’s episode of the Real Estate Investors Club podcast I chat with Robin Binkley, one of the founding members of Real Equity Investment Partners. We talk about the challenges we face, as women, while juggling work, family, and financial responsibilities.

 

Join us to learn about Robin and her partner Courtney’s transition from healthcare and engineering into a world of diverse real estate ventures!

 

What we learned from Robin Binkley and Terrie Schauer in this episode:

 

- Recognizing the importance of maintaining physical and mental well-being

- Pushing past personal reservations and uncertainties

- Execution and Adaptation regardless of the situation

- Avoiding a fear-driven approach and embracing optimism

- Embracing the possibility of failure as a stepping stone

- Recognizing the need for clear exit strategies in investments

 

Notable Words From The Episode: 

 

You have to capture the fact that everything you see is not truth and reality. -Robin Binkley

 

Sometimes what gets neglected is the health aspect of downtime. -Terrie Schauer

 

Timestamp:

 

[00:00] Podcast intro

[00:53] Robin shares how they transition from healthcare and engineering to diverse real estate investments.

[7:12] Robin and Courtney started the podcast "Ladies Kickin Assets".

[12:17] Terrie highlights the underrepresentation of women in investments and emphasizes the significance of women taking control of their financial future.

[10:15] Robin describes the challenges women face in balancing work, family, and financial responsibilities. 

[17:06] Terrie explains that daycare is accessible for just $7 a day in her region, which contrasts with specific areas in both the United States and Canada where childcare costs are considerably higher.

[18:28] Robin explains how she guides individuals in clarifying goals, setting timelines, and taking incremental steps on a transformative journey, while acknowledging how evolving experiences shape personal growth.

[23:07] Robin discusses her health decline, warns about comparing oneself in real estate, and highlights the need to prioritize wellness and mindful engagement.

[27:18] Terrie and Robin recognizes the urge for rapid success, cautioning against neglecting health, relationships, and a sustainable pace while also advising against idealizing the glamorous aspects of success.

[29:24] Terrie and Robin stresses learning from failures, caution in partnerships, valuing alignment of values, and remaining open to new data for greater success.

[33:04] How to connect with Robin.

[33:50] Podcast outro

 

Connect with Robin Binkley here: 

 

Website: https://realequityip.com/

 

Connect with Us:

 

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/restateinvestorsclub/ 

Email: reic@clubimmobilier.ca 

Terrie Schauer’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrieschauer/ 

Terrie Schauer’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrieschauer/