What if you could build a thriving real estate portfolio without ever evicting a tenant?

In this episode, we’re joined by Kim Avant-Babb, a veteran real estate investor and property manager with over four decades of experience—and a flawless track record of zero evictions. She breaks down her tenant screening system, her 3-property strategy for building wealth, and how she redefined “rich” in terms of freedom, legacy, and time ownership.

Whether you're just starting out or deep in the landlord game, this episode will challenge what you thought you knew about managing rentals, building generational wealth, and doing it all with integrity.

🚧 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE:
✅ Secrets to achieving a 0% eviction rate
✅ The significance of thorough tenant screening
✅ How to transition from a 9-to-5 job to full-time real estate investing

📌 TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Introduction to the Kaizen Blueprint Podcast
00:57 Meet Kim Avant-Babb: Real Estate Expert
02:12 Kim's Journey Before Real Estate
02:37 Building a Career in Real Estate Development
03:20 The Importance of Education in Real Estate
04:21 Challenges and Gaps in Real Estate Knowledge
05:52 Legislative Changes and Their Impact on Landlords
09:52 Achieving a 0% Eviction Rate
13:15 The Screening Process for Tenants
28:31 Balancing Personal and Business Life
31:44 Transitioning from 9-to-5 to Full-Time Real Estate
39:05 From Career to Calling: A Journey of Divine Intervention
39:26 Legacy Real Estate Consulting: Building on Experience
40:15 Challenges and Advice for Young Investors
41:24 The Importance of Focus and Accountability
43:55 Navigating Social Media and Information Overload
47:29 The Power of Intentionality and Sacrifice
57:56 Advice for New Real Estate Investors
01:05:53 The Value of Continuous Learning and Mentorship
01:13:56 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts

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🔗 CONNECT WITH KIM:

Website: https://ameenahdesigns.com.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babbpropertiesllc/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kim.babb.7798

🔗 FOLLOW ME AT:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aldoschandra/

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@aldochandra

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Website: https://kaizenblueprint.com

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