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Life Changing Money with Barbara SchreihansHow Leka Devatha Built a 7-Figure Real Estate Business from ScratchWelcome to another episode of the Life Changing Money podcast!This week I’m sitting down with real estate investor, speaker, and community builder Leka Devatha to talk about turning setbacks into multimillion-dollar success.From flipping her first home with zero construction experience (and losing $5K!) to now managing over 100 flips and 40 rental units, Leka shares her raw and real journey into real estate investing—and why it’s still one of the most powerful ways to build generational wealth. If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines or unsure how to break into real estate...2025-04-3015 min
The Zero to 100 Real Estate PodcastNo Knowledge, No U.S. Network, Lost $5k On Her First Flip… and STILL Quit Her Corporate Job with Real Estate (Bought $100M!)Leka Devatha moved to the U.S. from India, climbed the corporate ladder at Nordstrom, and then walked away to chase a bigger dream—real estate. With no experience, she jumped in, lost money on her first flip, and kept going.Since then, she’s closed over $100 million in transactions and built a powerhouse network as a top developer, broker, and speaker in the Seattle area.Now, she’s breaking down the exact moves that took her from a total beginner at a real estate seminar, to building a massive network and investing in multi-million dollar...2025-03-261h 00
BiggerPockets Real Estate PodcastBRRRR for Beginners: How to Build Massive Wealth with This “Dead” StrategyThe BRRRR strategy is arguably the fastest way to build wealth with real estate. Just ask Leka Devatha, a Seattle-based investor. She’s got ONE BRRRR property this year that could make her $600,000 in profit. And that’s ONE home, not an apartment complex. So what is the BRRRR strategy, and why do so many investors write it off instead of trying it in 2025? Are they missing out? Absolutely!BRRRR stands for buy, rehab, rent, refinance, repeat. The basic formula is this: buy a house that needs some improvement, renovate the home (to a scale you’re comfor...2025-03-0538 min
The Freedom Framework ShowNavigating High-Value Markets: Insights from Leka DevthaJoin us in this episode of the Fully Funded Show as we dive into the world of real estate investing with Seattle's own Leka Devtha. Leka shares her journey from tech to real estate, offering invaluable insights into navigating high-value markets, creating multiple income streams, and building a successful investment portfolio. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, Leka's strategies and experiences are sure to inspire and guide you. Don't miss out on these expert tips and insider knowledge!Key Points From The Episode:• Journey from Tech to Real Estate: Leka Devtha shares her tra...2024-06-2030 min
Mailbox Money ShowHow I Network With High Value People - Leka DevathaGet my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationWelcome to our latest episode! Today, we're thrilled to welcome Leka Devatha, a dynamic force in the world of real estate development and brokerage, as well as the host of the acclaimed #RealEstateAtWork meetup.
Leka's journey from corporate strategy at Nordstrom to leading Rehabit Homes, Inc., where she has overseen the development of over $50M in real estate, is nothing short of inspiring. Drawing on her 8 years of construction...2024-05-0631 min
Passive Income Pilots#54 - The Inner Game of Real Estate with Leka DevathaJoin us in this insightful episode of Passive Income Pilots as we explore the multifaceted world of real estate with Leka Devatha. From her early beginnings to overcoming the inherent challenges of the industry, Leka shares her journey of resilience, intuition, and strategic diversification. Discover actionable insights and inspiration whether you’re making your first investment or looking to expand your portfolio. Dive deep into the psyche of a successful investor and uncover the qualities that set apart the greats in the volatile arena of real estate.Timestamped Show Notes:...2024-04-0945 min
Real Estate RookieTrespassers Took Over My Property! (How to Get Rid of Squatters ASAP) w/Leka DevathaIf there’s anyone who knows how to get rid of squatters, it’s Leka Devatha. Right before MCing the biggest real estate event of the year, BPCon 2023, Leka got a phone call from her property manager with the words no investor EVER wants to hear, “there are trespassers in the property.” What followed was months of legal back and forth, media attention, and some secret agent work from Leka to get these so-called “tenants” OUT of her property. In the end, Leka lost tens of thousands of dollars, but today, she’s going to share how to avoid the same fate...2024-01-2552 min
Zen and the Art of Real Estate InvestingHow to Build a Real Estate Portfolio From Scratch with Leka DevathaWhile most new investors maintain their full-time jobs, sometimes, you have to take the more radical step of leaving the corporate world behind. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan’s guest is Leka Devatha, a Seattle-based real estate developer and broker. Leka’s company, Rehabit Homes, focuses on residential redevelopment. Over the past decade, she’s spearheaded hundreds of transactions, developing more than $50 million in real estate. Jonathan recently met Leka in Orlando, where she co-hosted the Bigger Pockets Conference, and they participated in a panel together. You’ll hear...2024-01-1850 min
Action Academy | Replace The Job You Hate With A Life You LoveHow To Flip Houses For $100,000 + Profits (Leka Devatha LIVE CALL)Want To Quit Your Job In The Next 6-18 Months Through Buying Commercial Real Estate & Small Businesses? 👔🏝️ Schedule A Free 15 Minute Coaching Call With Our Team Here To Get "Unstuck" Check Out Our Bestselling Book : From Passive To Passionate: How To Quit Your Job - Grow Your Wealth - And Turn Your Passions Into Profits Want A Free $100k+ Side Hustle Guide? Follow Me As I Travel & Build:IG @brianluebbenActionAcademy.com2023-12-1948 min
News For Reasonable People#2,026 - Squatting invaders of Seattle home leave behind stripper pole used for Only FansThe Seattle Police Department removed two squatters from Leka Devatha’s Queen Anne Triplex.“Yes, it’s been a stressful situation,” landlord Leka Devatha said. “And I just feel emotionally relieved. Not just that we got the squatters out, but we are making the neighborhood safe again.”Devatha is from Redmond but rents out property in Seattle. In October, her property manager, Eric Poll, called her to let her know that a couple had moved into the top floor of her vacant Queen Anne Triplex. When Eric knocked on their door, he said the couple told him the...2023-11-3024 minAction Academy | Replace The Job You Hate With A Life You LoveHow Leka Devatha PROFITS $200,000+ PER House Flip (Replace Your Salary Through ONE Deal!)Leka Devatha (Replay From July 2022) averages over $200,000 profit PER house flip!Leka is an active investor based in Seattle, WA. She moved to the US from India 13 years ago. She quit her corporate job at Nordstrom in 2014 and started Rehabit Homes, Inc. a company focused on residential redevelopment. After a string of successful flips, she obtained her broker's license in 2017 and became one of the top-producing agents in her office. She has now flipped over 45 homes and has expanded her focus to include land development, additions, acquiring long-term rentals both in state and out of state. She...2023-07-1146 min
The Rent Roll Radio ShowMaking Pivots in a New Market with Leka DevathaIn this captivating episode of The Rent Roll Radio Show, host Sterling Chapman sits down with Leka Devatha, a seasoned real estate investor based in Seattle. With almost a decade of experience, Leka shares her journey from single-family flips to purchasing distressed properties and her current focus on stabilizing properties for long-term cash flow or immediate gains. She emphasizes the value of education, paid coaching, and courses in her success. Leka discusses her preference for working with a select few investors and the different partnership structures she employs, including debt and equity partnerships.
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The Path to Wellth with Hannes HenncheEpisode 50: Start With What You Know: How to Succeed in a Male-dominated IndustryIn this episode, we are joined by Leka Devatha, the President of Rehabit Homes and the host of Real Estate at Work. Leka discusses various topics related to real estate investing, such as owning property in India, the challenges of flipping houses, and the importance of building networks. Leka shares her experiences and advice on building a successful real estate portfolio, including insights on overcoming challenges in the industry as well as tips for investing in multifamily properties. This episode is for anyone interested in real estate investing, entrepreneurship, and the importance of community and m...2023-04-2139 min
The Gentle Art of Crushing It!Drew McCluskey - Brandon Turner's Intern Turned FounderDrew McCluskey is a real estate investor in central Missouri and co-founder of BrightInvestor, a real estate data visualization SAAS company.
He has worked on systems and marketing with Brandon Turner’s ‘Open Door Capital’, Leka Devatha’s ‘Real Estate at Work’, and Brittany Arnason’s ‘IGB Capital’ for multiple commercial syndications. Drew is a natural integrator, connecting people and leveraging their abilities for success.
He holds a BS in Business Administration and Computer Programming and lives with his wife, Caiti, in central Missouri.
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Strive For 25Real Estate Market Research Made Easy with Drew McCluskey“Whatever the primary obstacles are that you're going to have to overcome to reach your success, knock those out of the way or at least minimize the damage that they're going to do to your road.” - Drew McCluskey Episode Summary:Who wants to take the guess work out of real estate investing? Drew McCluskey and his partner are on the verge of launching a brand new real estate data visualization SAAS company that revolutionize the way investors can research data and information. Learn more about this game changer and how you can get in...2023-02-031h 25
Austin Real Estate InvestingDrew McCluskey & Donato Callahan - Real Estate Investors & more!Drew McCluskey
is a real estate investor in central Missouri and co-founder of BrightInvestor, a real estate data visualization SASS company. He has worked on systems and marketing with Brandon Turner’s Open Door Capital, Brittany Arnason’s IGB Capital, and Leka Devatha’s Real Estate at Work for multiple commercial syndications. He is a natural integrator, connecting people and leveraging their abilities for success. He holds a BS in business administration and computer programming.
After becoming a high-school valedictorian, Donato Callahan was 1 of 3 Biology Majors in the US to receive the prestigious Department of Defense SMAR...2023-01-1243 min
Hawaii Money GuyBe An Expert in Your Market with Special Guest Leka DevathaCatch up with Indar and Leka this week as they talk about all things real estate investing in their lives. They address myths set by industry professionals and standards that create barriers to financial freedom for newbies. Listen in to uncover how you can be your own expert in your market. You don't need 100 flips a year or 1000% effort to scale, you can make your money work for you.Once you've got the foundation to real estate investing, all you want to do is scale your business. Find out just how Indar and Leka scaled their real...2022-12-0546 min
On The MarketDid High Interest Rates Kill Off House Flippers? w/Dominique Gunderson and Leka DevathaHouse flipping was almost a guaranteed win in 2020 and 2021. With home prices steadily rising and interest rates dropping, throwing on a new coat of paint was often enough to make a six-figure profit on what would otherwise be a basic home. House flippers got accustomed to doing quick jobs while walking away with almost unbelievable returns. But, many of them got overconfident. Now with the housing market in a correction and the US on the edge of a recession, flippers find themselves with inventory no one wants to buy.But, this isn’t the case for every fl...2022-12-0256 min
The Gold Collar InvestorImmigrated 14 years ago and setting up a successful flipping business in Seattle, WA!In today’s show, Pancham interviews Leka Devatha - real estate developer, broker, and president of Rehabit Homes, Inc. Leka knew she wanted to be her own boss, and she immediately recognized that real estate investing is the best way to get started! Today, she has hundreds of transactions, has developed about $100 million in real estate, and is giving back to the community by teaching that there are other ways to create wealth. She is ready to help you break out of Wall Street investments as she reveals her 8 years of investing experience, the investor mi...2022-11-2133 minAction Academy | Replace The Job You Hate With A Life You LoveMaking 200k Per Flip & Lifelong Relationships Per Mastermind w/ Leka DevathaLeka Devatha can show you how to make MONEY flipping houses, sure. Even more importantly, she can show you how to make LASTING relationships with mentors and peers.Leka is an active investor based in Seattle, WA. She moved to the US from India 13 years ago. She quit her corporate job at Nordstrom in 2014 and started Rehabit Homes, Inc. a company focused on residential redevelopment. After a string of successful flips, she obtained her broker's license in 2017 and became one of the top-producing agents in her office. She has now flipped over 45 homes and has expanded her...2022-07-0746 min
The First Deal Show025 Leka DevethaTune into hear how Leka Devatha got started in real estate with no experience. Leka is a Seattle based real estate investor. She flips high end luxury properties and is transitioning into commercial real estate development. To say she is a badass is an understatement. You can catch Leka rocking the most unique outfits because she left the fashion industry to make real estate more fun!2022-06-1013 min
Wealth Juice | Real Estate, Personal Finance, InvestingFrom Fashion Merchandiser to Investor: How Leka Devatha Leveraged House Flipping Profits to Fuel Her Long Term PortfolioThis week we had the pleasure of interviewing seasoned real estate developer, investor, broker, house flipper and podcast host Leka Devatha (@leka_devatha). Leka brings an infectiously positive energy to the investing world and has one of the most unique stories we've heard to date. Originally from India, Leka moved to the United States in her early 20s to pursue fashion merchandising. She quickly realized that corporate America wasn't for her, and that she needed to let her entrepreneurial spirit shine. Fast forward eight years and Leka is now working for herself, pursuing her passions, and making an incredible...2022-05-181h 14
Real Estate MonopolyWhat No One Tells You About Flipping Houses | REM #144Finding deals in a competitive market can be daunting. If you’re last to hear about a deal, or are scratching your head wondering how investors are finding these off market properties, you’re not alone. Although it can seem impossible to do, finding good off market deals is more than possible (and Leka Devatha is proof).
Leka is a real estate developer and broker based in Seattle, WA. She is the President of Rehabit Homes, Inc. a company focused on residential and commercial redevelopment. She has spearheaded hundreds of transactions, developing around 100M in real estate. Leka...2022-05-1644 min
The Best Ever CRE ShowJF2798: How a First-Time Syndicator Raised $1M in 4 Days ft. Leka DevathaLeka Devatha got into real estate in 2014 after moving to the U.S. from India in 2005. She has flipped single-family homes, office buildings, and multifamily real estate. Today, she is focused on doing her first multifamily syndication, for which she was able to raise $1M in four days. In this episode, Leka shares how she did it and why she invests solely for appreciation vs. cash flow, plus how she made $1M on a single flip. Leka Devatha | Real Estate Background President of Rehabit Homes, Inc., a company focused on residential and commercial redevelopment. Portfolio: Flipped...2022-05-0120 min
The Real Estate Vibe!Episode#48 Setting up for real estate success with Leka DevathaSend us a textLeka is a real estate developer and broker based in Seattle, WA. She is the President of Rehabit Homes, Inc. a company focused on residential and commercial redevelopment. She has spearheaded hundreds of transactions, developing around 100M in real estate. Leka brings 8 years of experience in construction management and redesign. Leka has been featured on numerous podcasts and other media including Business Insider and BiggerPockets. She is a chapter contributor in the recently published book 'The Only Woman in The Room'. In an effort to give back to the community, she hosts a...2022-04-2537 min
Threefold Real Estate InvestingPushing Through Barriers in Real Estate with Leka Devatha #92Welcome Leka Devatha to the podcast today! Leka is a real estate developer and broker based in Seattle, WA. She is the President of Rehabit Homes, Inc., a company focused on residential redevelopment. She has spearheaded hundreds of transactions, developing over $50M in real estate. Leka brings 8 years of experience in construction management and redesign. Leka has been featured on numerous podcasts and other media including Business Insider and BiggerPockets. She is a chapter contributor in the recently published book 'The Only Woman in The Room'. In an effort to give back to the community, she hosts a popular...2022-03-2241 min
Growing Careers and CompaniesBuilding a Life, with Leka DevathaOur guest today is Leka Devatha, a real estate developer, broker, and the host of the wildly successful meetup, Real Estate At Work. In this episode, we follow her journey from India to the US, leaving the corporate world to chase her entrepreneurial dreams, and we hear some of her most successful and challenging deals throughout her career. Join us and get inspired! Learn more about Leka and her story at: www.growingcareersandcompanies.com. The more you can put yourself in that growth-mode, the more amazing and bigger things you're going...2022-02-0848 min
Weiss AdviceEpisode 200 Bonanza!Send us a textWhat is the next best step you can take to get forward in your business? This podcast episode could just be it. On this very special 200th episode, join me and my amazing guests who came back on the show as they share their 2022 goals and pieces of advice in real estate, business, and beyond. Check it out![00:01 - 02:08] A Very Special Episode200 episodes of Weiss Advice[02:09 - 42:27] Episode 200 Bonanza!Adam Gower: Know your catchphraseRachel Richards: You really ha...2022-01-1944 min
Real Estate (Un)Success StoriesHave a Buffer to Fail from the Unforeseen with Leka DevathaWelcome to Real Estate (Un)Success Stories. Join your host Cody Lewis as he talks with Leka Devatha about what it takes to build a legacy in the real estate industry. For someone starting this journey, there is virtue in realizing the possibility of failure not to be pessimistic, but to know the feasible steps to mitigate the problem.
Leka is a real estate developer and broker based in Seattle, WA. She is the President of Rehabit Homes, Inc. a company focused on residential redevelopment. She has spearheaded hundreds of transactions, developing over $50M in r...2021-11-2915 min
AJ Osborne PodcastReal Estate Investing Power House Leka Devatha | How to Become a Great Real Estate InvestorWelcome back everyone to the AJ Osborne Podcast! I’m your host AJ Osborne!
I’m super excited for today’s episode because I have my great friend Leka Devatha on the show today and she’s bringing some massive value!
Leka shares her story and how she got started in real estate investing after coming to the U.S. from India. As of today Leka has has done tens of millions in transactions, flips, and more and she’s just getting warmed up. But that wasn’t always the case.
Leka also sheds some light on her first deal and wha...2021-11-1649 min
Know Your Why Podcast with Dr.Jason BalaraCreative deal structuring with Leka Devatha | Know your WHY#44Leka is a real estate developer and broker based in Seattle, WA. She is the President of Rehabit Homes, Inc. a company focused on residential redevelopment. She has spearheaded hundreds of transactions, developing over $50M in real estate. Leka brings 8 years of experience in construction management and redesign. Her focus has now shifted to developing office and multifamily assets in the Greater Seattle area. Leka has been featured on numerous podcasts and other media including Business Insider and BiggerPockets. She is a chapter contributor in the recently published book 'The Only Woman in The Room'. In an effort to give...2021-10-2734 min
Next Level Agents: The Kevin & Fred Show - Interviews with the best and brightest minds in the real estate industryHow Leka Devatha Built a $50 Million Investing Empire After Being Told It’s Not a Woman’s GameIn today’s episode, we’re joined by mega-flipper, real estate investor, flipper, influential female leader, and entrepreneurial badass, Leka Devatha. After moving from India, Leka hit the ground running in real estate, and today she works on some of the most exciting 7-figure flips in the Seattle market. You don’t get big results like that without a huge intention and drive behind it. After being told that flipping isn’t a “woman’s game” and that she wouldn’t be able to succeed, Leka now inspires and encourages others to chase their real estate dreams. Leka is a re...2021-09-2731 min
The Capital Raiser ShowLeka Devatha (Preview) Being a Good Person Opens Doors for Capital RaisingLeka endured some missteps getting started but she kept at it and as a result of being outward focused, she created a following and a network of people that brought her deals and capital. https://www.rehabithomes.com/2021-08-2402 min
The Capital Raiser ShowLeka Devatha (Preview) Being a Good Person Opens Doors for Capital RaisingLeka endured some missteps getting started but she kept at it and as a result of being outward focused, she created a following and a network of people that brought her deals and capital. http://rehabithomes.com/2021-08-2402 minThe Capital Raiser ShowCRS158 Leka Devatha: The Season Finale -Multicultural Philosophies for Capital RaisingSo fun! Leka and I explore the philosophies that lead people to success but not without mentioning the hardships and blessings that lead to successful partnerships. https://www.rehabithomes.com/2021-08-2337 min
The Adventures of a Real Estate InvestorAREI 28: Flipping Homes and Changing Lives with Leka DevathaFlipping homes can give you massive profits. It can also change lives. This is what Leka Devatha will talk about in this episode. Leka moved to the US from India 13 years ago leaving a successful career in fashion merchandising. After working for Nordstrom Corporate for a few years, she realized that what she was really after was creating a legacy. She quit her corporate job in 2014 and started Rehabit Homes, a company investing in Real Estate. After a string of successful flips, she obtained her broker's license in 2017 and became one of the top-producing real estate agents in her...2021-08-1731 min
Multifamily InsightsHow She Built a Rental Portfolio in a Hot Market with Leka Devatha, Ep. 314Leka is a real estate developer and broker based in Seattle, Washington. She moved to the US from India fourteen years ago. In 2014, she left her corporate strategy role at Nordstrom to found Rehabit Homes, a company focused on residential redevelopment. She has since spearheaded hundreds of transactions, developing over $50M in real estate. Leka has been featured on numerous podcasts and other media including Business Insider and BiggerPockets. She was also a chapter contributor in the newly published book 'The Only Women in The Room'. Let’s dig in to learn more about her insp...2021-07-2034 min
Creative CapitalCreative Capital Podcast 80: Pushing Boundaries Through Real Estate Investing with Leka DevathaWelcome back to the Creative Capital Podcast with Josh Ferrari! In this episode, we have Leka Devatha! Leka is a real estate developer and broker based in Seattle, WA. She is the President of Rehabit Homes, Inc., a company focused on residential redevelopment. She has spearheaded hundreds of transactions, developing over $50M in real estate. Leka brings 8 years of experience in construction management and redesign. Leka has been featured on numerous podcasts and other media including Business Insider and BiggerPockets. She is a chapter contributor in the recently published book 'The Only Woman in The Room'. In an effort...2021-07-1646 min
Wealthy AF PodcastWomen Winning in Real Estate (w/ Leka Devatha)Send us a textIn this episode Martin Perdomo "The Elite Strategist" Interviews Leka Devatha the co author of the only woman in the room. Leka has been investing in Real Estate for 8 years and completed over 45 flips with currently six million dollars of assets under management. Leka moved to the United states from India 13 years ago. She decided to quit her corporate job at Nordstroms in 2014 and the rest is history. She currently host a monthly meet-up in her market of Seattle, WA which she has named Real estate at work. The purpose of her meet-up is...2021-05-1030 min
The Real Path to BYOB(Be your own Boss)Episode 16:From working in the fashion industry to Real estate investingLeka Devatha is a former fashion expert turned real estate investor She’s been wildly successful in the Greater Seattle Area doing fix and flips, land subdivisions, multi-family investing, and selling of residential real estate representing both buyers and sellers. https://www.linkedin.com/in/leka-devatha-5616bb185/2021-05-0532 min
The WWRE PodcastAbout residential redevelopment | Leka Devatha VS Barri Griffiths Podcast#159Leka is a real estate developer and broker based in Seattle, WA. She moved to the US from India 14 years ago. In 2014, Leka left a corporate strategy role at Nordstrom to start Rehabit Homes, Inc. a company focused on residential redevelopment. She has since spearheaded hundreds of transactions, developing over $50M in real estate.
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10,000 Roads To Financial IndependenceThe Power Of Networking With Leka Devatha - Ep#35Leka talks us through her Leap of Faith in to Real Estate Investing and the power of networking.
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Capital Gains Tax Solutions PodcastFlipping Homes In Real Estate Investing with Leka DevathaLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Capital Gains Tax Solutions Community today:capitalgainstaxsolutions.comCapital Gains Tax Solutions FacebookCapital Gains Tax Solutions Twitter2021-03-0228 min
Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing PodcastInvesting in Real Estate: She Quit Her Cushy Job and Launched a Fix-and-Flip Career with No Experience (Audio)It takes imagination and courage to break out of the financial safety net we create for ourselves with a 9-to-5 job. Many of us dream about doing it, and few of us actually go through with it, especially when it comes to giving up a cushy high-paying job for a career field we know little about. Leka Devatha took that chance about 7 years ago. She quit her job at Nordstrom to try her hand at fixing and flipping homes. After a string of successful flips, she obtained her broker's license in 2017 and became one of the top-producing...2021-02-1923 min
MULTIFAMILY AP360EP# 65 Creative exit strategies with Leka DevathaSend us a textLeka moved to the US from India 13 years ago. She quit her corporate job at Nordstrom in 2014 and started Rehabit Homes, Inc. a company focused on residential redevelopment. After a string of successful flips, she obtained her broker's license in 2017 and became one of the top-producing agents in her office. She has now flipped over 40 homes and has expanded her focus to include land development, additions, acquiring long-term rentals both in state and out of state. Her strength is finding creative exit strategies on every deal. She also serves as an a...2021-02-1520 min
Discovering MultifamilyMultifamily Investor Turned Accidental $25M+ Broker With Leka DevathaMultifamily Investor Turned Accidental $25M+ Broker With Leka Devatha: Discovering Multifamily 112On this episode of Discovering Multifamily, Leka Devatha joins us to discuss her experience starting out as an investor doing single family fix and flips, and have since spearheaded hundreds of transactions including land subdivisions, multi-family investing, and selling of residential real estate representing both buyers and sellers. She's also the co-host the 'Real Estate At Work' monthly meetup in the Greater Seattle Area. Podcast Links: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/discovering-multifamily/id1506820688#episodeGuid=Buzzsprout-3366217 Website: www.redknightproperties.com/m...2021-02-0217 min
The Passive Investor ShowJF151 QH Active Investing Defined by Leka DevathaQuick hitters help provide details to passive investors to understand the structure, mindset, or process of investing in real estate from established investment firms. Leka Devatha of Rehabit Homes comes back to the show and gives us the true meaning of an active real estate investor. Here it in her own words of how she defines the different hats she wears in her day to day operation. “My goal is to speak to as many investors as possible and hope to be a blessing to them through our conversation. How can I best support you?” -John F...2021-01-2807 min
The Passive Investor ShowJF150 Active Investing Responsibilities with Leka DevathaLeka Devatha of Rehabit Homes went from corporate and no real estate experience to full gut remodel transformational homes. She made the entrepreneurial leap and never looked back. Of course there was some education involved but the rest was hard nosed real world experience. Leka shares the real nitty gritty active side of real estate investing. “My goal is to speak to as many investors as possible and hope to be a blessing to them through our conversation. How can I best support you?” -John Fortes Considering passively investing? Here’s how it works: What is...2021-01-2624 minWeiss AdviceFrom Climbing the Corporate Ladder to Real Estate Investor/Broker with Leka DevathaSend us a textLeka Devatha originated from India and migrated to the US about thirteen years ago. Having that drive of reaching the "American Dream," Leka climbed up the corporate ladder until she stumbled upon real estate. She started her real estate career by doing single-family fix and flips, became a broker, and today, she is slowly transitioning to multifamily properties.[00:01 – 06:52] Opening SegmentLeka talks about her transition from the corporate world to the real estate industry[06:53 – 09:06] Certain LendingLeka shares how she found out abou...2021-01-2525 min
Creative Real Estate Podcast538 - How To Turn Fixing And Flipping Homes Into a Successful Real Estate Business - Leka DevathaEpisode Summary Leka’s work with real estate began in 2014, she started out investing in single family fix and flips, and since then has spearheaded several transactions including land subdivisions, multi-family investing, and selling residentials representing buyers and sellers alike. Get inspired by Leka’s exceptional journey in real estate, she talks about how her strength in connecting with people got her where she is and a lot more. Episode Notes: How to successfully identify properties worth buying? What is the importance of location research on-site as well as desktop? How to consider the best o...2021-01-0629 min
The Conscious InvestorEp91 Leka Devatha on Creative Exit StrategiesFix and flips, subdividing land for a $1M profit, investing in the Seattle market and more! Leka Devatha is the Madonna of real estate as she's constantly pushing beyond comfort to become the investor of her dreams!In this episode we cover:How to live outside your comfort zoneThe importance of networking with different types of people from a variety of industriesThe importance of vetting referralsLearning from the hard knocksThe risks/rewards of investing in the Seattle marketThe integral role investors play in a communityBuying super distressed propertiesNavigating the waters of rentals/knowing your market/d...2020-12-2434 min
The Myndful InvestorHow Leka Devatha Turned Flipping One House Into a Successful Real Estate Investment BusinessInvesting is a team sport and no matter where you are in your journey, you should always keep learning. Whether you’re in property management or you’re investing in hot new markets, surround yourself with like-minded people who have a proven track record.
One of such investors is Leka Devatha, a former fashion expert turned real estate investor in 2014. She’s been wildly successful in the Greater Seattle Area doing fix and flips, land subdivisions, multi-family investing, and selling of residential real estate representing both buyers and sellers. Today we discuss the success mindset, power of commun...2020-12-0134 min
The InvestHER PodcastSolving Social Issues Through Real Estate Investing with Leka Devatha and Rachel StreetInvesting in real estate should not only focus on profit, but purpose as well. On today’s episode, we talk with Rachel Street and Leka Devatha, investors, businesswomen, and contributing authors of, The Only Woman in the Room, where we talk how to solve social issues through real estate. Leka and Rachel have each successfully grown their real estate businesses and learned along the way that with great opportunity also comes great responsibility. We discuss both small and large way investors can incorporate social good into their practices, how to align yourself with others who run ethical businesses, and the va...2020-10-2358 min
The Real Estate Investing ExperienceEp 92: Fix-and-Flip to Multi-Family Investing with Leka DevathaReal estate investments generally fall somewhere along a spectrum of risk and effort. The fix-and-flip method takes on a high level of risk and requires a lot of effort to buy, renovate, and flip, while the buy-and-hold strategy is a pretty safe bet that requires little effort, buying properties and renting them out long-term. But why not do both? Today’s guest is Leka Devatha, who started out as a single-family investor doing fix-and-flips with her company Rehabit Homes, and she has since spearheaded hundreds of transactions, including land subdivisions, multi-family investing, and residential real estate. Leka co-hosts the Re...2020-10-0643 min
Diary of an Apartment InvestorATE - From Flipping Houses to Multifamily with Todd Dexheimer and Leka DevathaThree keys to apartment investing and how to switch from flipping houses to multifamily investing is what Leka and Todd discuss on this episode. Interested in being on the show? Visit our website at www.fouroakscapital.com/podcast or email me at brianbriscoe@fouroakscapital.comDownload our free investing guide at www.fouroakscapital.comOriginally aired Sep 16 2020----Todd DexheimerTodd Dexheimer, CEO of Venture D Properties, LLC is a former high school industrial Tech teacher that started investing in Real Estate in 2008. Since then he has p...2020-09-1635 min
“#1 Leading Ladies”Leka Devatha making millions on small multifamily in Seattle!2020-08-2126 min
Real Estate Investing Made SimpleEpisode #16 Fix N Flips with Leka DevathaLeka Devatha is an expert when it comes to Fix N Flips. In 2014 she started Rehabit Homes, Inc. a company focused on residential redevelopment. After a string of successful flips, she obtained her broker's license in 2017 and became one of the top-producing real estate agents in her office. She has now flipped over 40 homes and has expanded her focus to include land development, additions, acquiring long term rentals both in state and out of state. Tune in to hear Leka and I talk about the ins and outs of the Fix N Flip strategy!2020-08-2035 min
Yes, That Girl!So You Want to Do Real EstateAre you new to real estate investing or thinking about becoming an investor? Seattle, Washington based Real Estate Investor, Broker Leka Devatha, wants to empower and motivate others to see that their dreams can come true.
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BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast7 Figures from ONE Deal with Leka Devatha
From fashion design work in India, to a corporate career with Nordstrom... to leaving that career to flip 40+ houses in 6 years – all in one of the hottest markets on the planet!Seattle investor Leka Devatha has quite a story to tell, and a lot of hard-won wisdom too! From her 6 tips for finding and keeping great contractors, to the exact criteria she uses when looking for a flip opportunity, Leka spills the beans and outlines a framework you can apply whether you choose to flip, BRRRR, wholesale, or buy and hold.We cover a crucial ta...2020-07-091h 32