Quick Summary: Real Estate Investment Success Story
Christine & Mauricio’s Investing Journey
The Starting Point
Christine and Mauricio’s story begins where many couples find themselves: with different levels of enthusiasm about real estate investing.
“We kind of talked about ways to increase our wealth and plan for the future. The real estate sector kind of enticed us. Mauricio actually started the journey first, and I was pretty skeptical about it at first.” ~ Christine
Instead of trying to convince Christine with facts, figures, or endless research, Mauricio invited her to experience it firsthand on a RealWealth property tour.
“He invited me on a property tour with him. Once we were actually there with the team and seeing the properties, talking to the other investors, we really saw the value and wanted to jump in.” ~ Christine
The result: A turnkey rental portfolio in three different real estate markets.
Quick View: From Skeptical To Success
First Steps: One Enthusiastic, One Skeptical
The Breakthrough: Seeing Is Believing
The Results: 3 Markets in Less Than 1 Year
Why Skepticism Almost Stopped Them
Christine and Mauricio faced a challenge many couples encounter: misalignment in their investment approach.
Mauricio was excited about real estate as a wealth-building strategy. Ready to take action. Christine was skeptical and hesitant.
This is where many couples get stuck—one partner researching enthusiastically while the other remains unconvinced. Conversations go in circles. Frustration builds. Progress stalls.
But Mauricio did something brilliant: Instead of trying to convince Christine with more facts and figures, he created an experience by inviting her on a RealWealth property tour.
“If one [partner] is a little bit more skeptical than the other or has their doubts, just be patient. I think really the main thing is going on a property tour or one of these events in person, where you can actually talk to other people.” ~ Christine
Understanding Why Seeing is Believing
For Christine, the property tour was the turning point. For many skeptical partners, it can be the same.
Why did this make a difference?
Texas (First Investment) :
Alabama (Geographic Diversification):
Tennessee (Continued Expansion):
Building Real Wealth Through Fast, Multi-Market Diversification
Once Christine was on board, they adopted a “just do it” philosophy and built their portfolio strategically through RealWealth’s network of turnkey property providers.
“Really easy, straightforward, turnkey solutions. We didn’t have any problems. The fact that we had the opportunity to visit the cities, the towns, was a key for us to get our hands dirty and invest.” ~ Mauricio
“Just learning about more of the markets, trying to figure out where the next investment can be, and then also just making connections with other investors and reconnecting with Kathy, with Rich, with all the counselors and everybody.” ~ Chrsitine & Mauricio
Why They keep attending realWealth events?
Ready to turn Skepticism Into Success?
If you’re the skeptical partner:
Don’t dismiss real estate investing without experiencing it. Christine’s skepticism turned to enthusiasm after one property tour. Sometimes, seeing really is believing.
If you’re the enthusiastic partner:
Don’t pressure your partner. Create opportunities for experience instead, such as a property tour or a real estate investing event like RealWealth’s Passive Wealth Expo. Mauricio invited Christine to see the properties firsthand—that changed everything.
If you’re both hesitant:
Remember Mauricio’s words: “Once you get your feet wet, you learn as you go. Once you get your first property, then the rest is history.”
Join the RealWealth community today (for free) and discover how property tours, vetted teams, and hands-on experience can transform skepticism into a multi-market portfolio.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, RealWealth membership is 100% free. Members get access to educational resources, direct connections to vetted property team networks with turnkey properties for sale in top U.S. markets, investment counseling at no cost, and access to affordable real estate investing events. Join RealWealth for free→
This is very common—Christine was skeptical while Mauricio was excited. Their solution? Experience instead of arguments. Mauricio invited Christine to a RealWealth property tour where she could see properties, meet teams, and talk to real investors. Christine’s advice: “If one is a little bit more skeptical, just be patient. The main thing is going on a property tour or one of these events in person, where you can actually talk to other people.” One property tour transformed her skepticism into belief. View upcoming property tours →
Property tours are transformational, as you see actual properties in person, meet property teams face-to-face, talk to real investors about their experiences, and understand the turnkey model through hands-on experience. As Christine and Mauricio discovered, “The fact that we had the opportunity to visit the cities, the towns, was a key for us to get our hands dirty and invest.” Property tours build belief that spreadsheets and research alone cannot. Register for a property tour →
That’s okay—Christine and Mauricio started by discussing ways to increase their wealth and discovered real estate through education and experience. They joined RealWealth, attended property tours, talked to other investors, and learned by doing. The RealWealth community welcomes new investors and provides structured education, hands-on learning opportunities, and access to vetted property teams with off-market turnkey rental properties. Watch our core curriculum series to get started→
Yes, when you work with vetted property teams. Christine and Mauricio overcame skepticism by meeting the property teams face-to-face to establish a relationship and physically seeing the market and properties. This firsthand experienced pushed them to take action and invest in rental properties (Texas, Tennessee and Alabama) all managed remotely with professional teams. View turnkey rental properties and connect with vetted property teams →
If you find that you are stuck in research mode, find ways to create an experience. Set a deadline to make a decision, attend a property tour to see real properties and meet real teams, and commit to action. Like Christine and Mauricio, you may find that experience creates clarity that endless research never will. Learn how to buy your first rental property in 90 days→
Geographic diversification can protect you from single-market risks and capture growth across regions. Christine and Mauricio built their portfolio strategically across three states: Texas (their first market to prove the model), Alabama (affordable market for diversification), and Tennessee (continued expansion). Spreading investments across markets protects against local downturns while building wealth faster. Learn more about out-of-state real estate investing strategies and mistakes to avoid →
One of the best ways to narrow down a real estate market is to talk with your RealWealth Investment Counselor. They are here to help you throughout the real estate investing process, from choosing a market based on your goals (cash flow, appreciation or hybrid) to conecting you with a turnkey team with property available now to offering support as you navigate the process. They are not here to sell you anything or push you to buy property. Schedule a strategy session with a RealWealth Investment Counselor →
It can happen fast once you’re aligned and take action. Christine and Mauricio joined RealWealth in November 2022 and built a multi-market portfolio across Texas, Alabama, and Tennessee by 2023, just 12 months. Their experience with RealWealth was, “Really easy, straightforward, turnkey solutions. We didn’t have any problems.” Once you purchase your first property and prove the model works, momentum accelerates. Discover 10 proven tips for investing in real estate→
No. With technology, professional property management, and vetted local teams, you can successfully invest in properties across the country. RealWealth members often invest in states with better cash flow potential than their home markets. The key is working with trusted, experienced local property teams who handle day-to-day management while you benefit from the investment returns. Learn more about turnkey real estate investing→
Do your due diligence by researching their track record, talking to other investors who’ve worked with them, and asking detailed questions about their process. One of the benefits of working with RealWealth is that we thoroughly vet all of our property teams and property managers in the network. Learn about the 8 red flags every investor needs to be aware of when vetting a property team →
Many investors use financing to purchase rental properties. At RealWealth we have a list of experienced lenders who specialize in investment property loans and understand the unique requirements of out-of-state and turnkey investing. Whether you’re considering conventional loans, portfolio loans, or other financing options, working with investor-friendly lenders makes the process straightforward. Connect with a RealWealth recommended lender →
Join a trusted network like RealWealth, or a local real estate investing association. Christine and Mauricio discovered that joining RealWealth and attending property tours was transformational for them. “The fact that we had the opportunity to visit the cities, the towns, was a key for us to get our hands dirty and invest.” To begin, start with RealWealth’s free educational resources, including registering for our weekly free real estate investing webinars. Then, attend one of our real estate investing events or property tours and meet vetted property teams face-to-face, and talk to real investors about their experiences. Join RealWealth for free →
