What does it take to go from complete novice to successful commercial real estate investor? Beth Underhill's journey reveals it's not expertise, connections, or money—it's the courage to raise your hand and say "I can do that" even when you have no idea how.
Beth and her husband's real estate adventure began unexpectedly in 2018 when a middle-of-the-night infomercial led them to explore house flipping. Already running a successful outdoor construction company, they thought transferring those skills indoors would be straightforward. Then COVID hit, completely shifting market demands and forcing them to pivot into commercial real estate—a world Beth knew nothing about.
The vulnerable moments in Beth's story are what make it so powerful. From Googling terms like "pitch deck" and "investor portal" to feeling completely out of her depth in meetings with potential sponsors, she navigated the steep learning curve by leveraging her strengths in customer service and sheer determination. Beth's candid description of raising millions for deals while still learning the fundamentals herself highlights an entrepreneurial truth rarely discussed: sometimes you figure it out as you go.
Today, Beth has co-sponsored over 200 syndicated units and manages more than 400 student housing beds. Her real estate connections have opened unexpected doors to investments in sports licensing, boutique hotels, and even cannabis. Her advice for aspiring entrepreneurs is refreshingly practical: focus on relationships, start with free communities before investing in expensive masterminds, and aim to connect with just three new people weekly. Most importantly, understand that even when the entrepreneurial journey feels like "the longest rollercoaster ride of your life," resilience is what separates those who succeed from those who don't.
Ready to build your own path? Connect with Beth at investingwithbeth.com or text her at 513-470-1078 to learn more about her approach to real estate and building a diversified investment portfolio.

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