From Realtor to Owning a $30M Real Estate Business in 4 Years | Marci Surfas

EPISODE 522: Is luxury student housing the right niche for you? Luxury and student housing might sound like an oxymoron, however, when done right, it can be pretty profitable.Don’t believe us? Then you might want to give this episode a listen, because in it, we’ll be interviewing someone who has been thriving as a luxury student housing investor, the amazing Marci Surfas. Marci is the founder of Veranda Homes, a real estate development and management firm based in Laguna Beach, California. With over two decades of experience in the industry, Marci’s expertise includes luxury flips and luxury student rental properties in both California and Louisiana. In 2024, she launched Veranda Capital, a private equity firm dedicated to providing its investors with highly-profitable, reliable returns in real estate. Veranda Capital owns and operates over $32M in assets as of September 2024.In this episode, Marci will be discussing how she combined luxury home flipping in California with upscale student housing near Tulane University. She’ll also be sharing with us her capital raising secrets and so much more.Are you ready for this?Then tune in now.Key Takeaways: Introduction (00:00)Marci’s journey (00:51)Where to invest in luxury student rentals (05:42)From flipping to landlording (11:06)Contractor red flags (and how to find them) (15:41)Raising capital for real estate investing (18:08)What you need to know before you start raising money (23:07)Additional Resources:InvestHER Plus is officially live! And we are ready to provide you with the one-stop platform for deeper connections and wealth building you were wishing for!This isn’t just another NETWORKING platform; it’s a dedicated space where you’ll find all the resources you need to grow your portfolio with confidence. Here’s what you can access as a member TODAY:✨AI-Powered Connections: No more networking guesswork. Build your circle with women who share your goals and values, all through our customized, AI-driven platform.📖Market MastHER E-book: Take control of your investments with this step-by-step guide to understanding the market, so every deal is made with knowledge and confidence.👩‍💻Real Estate Fundamentals Course: Get access to a comprehensive, on-demand course that simplifies real estate basics and positions you to grow a strong, sustainable portfolio.🤝Nationwide Chapters: Whether you’re looking to connect locally or expand beyond, our chapters across the nation offer you a support system wherever you go.🎙️Tailored Podcast Content: Receive curated podcast episodes that match your experience level—because your time is valuable, and we want you to get the most out of it.💰Exclusive Perks & Discounts: Enjoy $6,500+ in savings with member-only discounts, designed to ease your path to success.🧘21 Day Meditation Guide: Build mental clarity and resilience to stay grounded and focused in every investment decision.Join Here: plus.investhercommunity.com--STRIVE Mentorship Program is a holistic program designed for women investors to strategically grow their real estate portfolio, make deeper connections, and build a sustainable business with purpose and confidence.Learn more: https://mentorship.therealestateinvesther.com/--⚡ Join the InvestHER MovementJoin our FREE Facebook group for women in real estate: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/facebook-community-groupJoin the InvestHER Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/therealestateinvesther/Apply for your STRIVE Membership here: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/membershipJoin our InvestHER Meetups: https://www.therealestateinvesther.com/meetupsSchedule a discovery call with us: https://mentorship.therealestateinvesther.com/--The InvestHER Podcast is a podcast by women for women all over the world who want to learn how to invest in real estate, grow their portfolio, and develop the mindset that allows them to run successful businesses while taking care of their families and – most importantly – taking care of themselves. Follow us for more!