[Interview] She Turned $18K Into $400K With One House Hack (Tech to Real Estate) w/ Mariah Syrett

Written By Ali Montoya

In this episode of the Wanderlust Wealth Show, Olivia sits down for an empowering conversation with her good friend Mariah Syrett, who shares inspiring journey from working in tech to becoming a successful real estate investor through one powerful house hack 🏡. Mariah opens up about the strategies that helped turn $18K into more than $400K, the importance of learning through hands-on experience, and the sacrifices she made in the short term to build long-term wealth and freedom. 🤍✨

Don’t miss this episode if you’re curious about house hacking, thinking about transitioning careers, or looking for real-world investing inspiration from someone who started small and scaled with intention 🚀. This conversation is a powerful reminder that with courage, discipline, and the right environment, one decision can change your financial trajectory.

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Ali Montoya

Ali Montoya is the brand strategist behind Amari Creative, a branding studio that specializes in building strategic brands and websites for ambitious entrepreneurs by pairing engaging copy with striking design. Since starting Amari Creative in 2016, Ali has worked with over 500 small businesses and solopreneurs to help them go from a mere idea to a full-blown brand.

On top of running her agency, Ali is also the Co-Founder of The Studio Co. where she helps brand and website designers build, grow, and scale their studios, all while designing a life they love.

Based in sunny Colorado with her husband and goldendoodle pup, Ali is an adventure lover, wellness enthusiast, and creative visionary.

http://www.amaricreative.com
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