# Redefining Real Estate Investing by Flipping the Age Script with Ryleigh Eckles

> Episode 70 of the WELLthy Investor Podcast

- **Published:** 2025-02-27
- **Duration:** 00:41:40

## Description

Discover how 18-year-old Ryleigh Eckles is breaking barriers in investing. Learn her secrets to success, networking, and courage to flip her first house at 16. A must-read for aspiring young entrepreneurs.(00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast (00:06) - Meet Mattias: Agent, Investor, and Ho

## Chapters

- 00:00 -- - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast
- 00:06 -- - Meet Mattias: Agent, Investor, and Holistic Approach Advocate
- 00:08 -- - Meet Erica: Licensed Therapist with a Holistic Perspective
- 00:14 -- - The Mission: Living Bold and Fulfilled Lives Through Real Estate
- 00:18 -- - Ready to Level Up?
- 00:24 -- - Introduction to Ryleigh Eckles: Real Estate Prodigy
- 05:36 -- - Ryleigh’s Journey: Flipping Her First House at 16
- 06:08 -- - Passion for Real Estate: Inspired by Her Dad’s Legacy
- 06:33 -- - The Importance of Hard Work and Fulfillment
- 07:45 -- - Overcoming Challenges: Building Resilience and Happiness
- 08:45 -- - The State of Flow: Finding True Happiness
- 10:34 -- - Embracing Passion: Lessons from Ryleigh’s Journey
- 12:09 -- - Networking and Learning: Key to Early Success
- 15:46 -- - Sealing the Deal: Ryleigh’s First Flip at 16
- 18:54 -- - Raising Private Money: Building Trust and Relationships
- 20:55 -- - Public Speaking: Inspiring Other Kids to Invest
- 23:17 -- - Kids Who Flip: Ryleigh’s Upcoming TV Show
- 24:06 -- - Navigating Real Estate Licensing as a Teen
- 26:49 -- - The Challenges of Balancing School and Real Estate
- 29:30 -- - Expanding Horizons: New Construction Ventures
- 31:48 -- - Adapting to Market Changes: Affordable Housing Solutions
- 33:52 -- - Accountability and Mentorship: Growth Through Community
- 34:45 -- - The Power of Setting SMART Goals
- 38:17 -- - Vision for the Future: Financial Freedom and Travel
- 39:56 -- - Combining Passions: Fitness and Real Estate
- 41:36 -- - Recommended Reading: Rich Dad Poor Dad for Teens
- 44:08 -- - The Role of Family Support: Dad as Mentor and Inspiration
- 45:32 -- - Staying Connected: Where to Follow Ryleigh
- 46:22 -- - Closing Remarks: Inspiration for Young Investors
- 46:34 -- - Outro: Subscribe and Visit REIAgent.comContact Ryleigh Eckles

## Show Notes

Discover how 18-year-old Ryleigh Eckles is breaking barriers in investing. Learn her secrets to success, networking, and courage to flip her first house at 16. A must-read for aspiring young entrepreneurs.(00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast
(00:06) - Meet Mattias: Agent, Investor, and Holistic Approach Advocate
(00:08) - Meet Erica: Licensed Therapist with a Holistic Perspective
(00:14) - The Mission: Living Bold and Fulfilled Lives Through Real Estate
(00:18) - Ready to Level Up?
(00:24) - Introduction to Ryleigh Eckles: Real Estate Prodigy
(05:36) - Ryleigh’s Journey: Flipping Her First House at 16
(06:08) - Passion for Real Estate: Inspired by Her Dad’s Legacy
(06:33) - The Importance of Hard Work and Fulfillment
(07:45) - Overcoming Challenges: Building Resilience and Happiness
(08:45) - The State of Flow: Finding True Happiness
(10:34) - Embracing Passion: Lessons from Ryleigh’s Journey
(12:09) - Networking and Learning: Key to Early Success
(15:46) - Sealing the Deal: Ryleigh’s First Flip at 16
(18:54) - Raising Private Money: Building Trust and Relationships
(20:55) - Public Speaking: Inspiring Other Kids to Invest
(23:17) - Kids Who Flip: Ryleigh’s Upcoming TV Show
(24:06) - Navigating Real Estate Licensing as a Teen
(26:49) - The Challenges of Balancing School and Real Estate
(29:30) - Expanding Horizons: New Construction Ventures
(31:48) - Adapting to Market Changes: Affordable Housing Solutions
(33:52) - Accountability and Mentorship: Growth Through Community
(34:45) - The Power of Setting SMART Goals
(38:17) - Vision for the Future: Financial Freedom and Travel
(39:56) - Combining Passions: Fitness and Real Estate
(41:36) - Recommended Reading: Rich Dad Poor Dad for Teens
(44:08) - The Role of Family Support: Dad as Mentor and Inspiration
(45:32) - Staying Connected: Where to Follow Ryleigh
(46:22) - Closing Remarks: Inspiration for Young Investors
(46:34) - Outro: Subscribe and Visit REIAgent.comContact Ryleigh Eckles
 Dad and Daughter Buys Houses Ryleigh @ Realty ONE Group Sterling  Facebook  Instagram  Instagram  Kids Who Flip: The Next Generation of Real Estate Tycoons--For more amazing info to help your family create holistic success, go to reiagent.com

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