Internal Rate of Return Podcast

Ep 13. Building Wealth Through Real Estate and Business with Camilla Jeffs

Amanda Alexander Season 1

In this illuminating episode, Amanda interviews Camilla Jeffs, a mom of five, business owner, and investment enthusiast dedicated to helping women grow their wealth. Camilla shares her personal journey from financial scarcity to becoming a general partner in a $200 million real estate portfolio and an investment coach. The discussion covers her early challenges, the importance of building long-term wealth through real estate, the value of hands-on learning, and the significant role of business ownership in achieving financial goals. Camilla also touches on her unique family financial philosophy, the impact of her background, and the risks and rewards of investing.


00:00 Starting from Scratch: Overcoming Financial Struggles

00:45 Meet Camilla Jeffs: Mom, Business Owner, and Investment Enthusiast

01:34 Gratitude and Personal Connections

02:14 Diving into Real Estate: Camilla's Portfolio

03:15 Frugal Upbringing and Financial Education

08:13 Early Marriage and Financial Challenges

09:20 The Investment Journey Begins

12:30 Balancing Family and Real Estate

15:43 College Funding and Financial Philosophy

27:17 Reflecting on 20 Years of Investing

27:54 The Importance of Taking Action

30:27 Challenges and Burnout

31:43 Transition to Corporate and MBA Journey

33:59 Realizations in the Corporate World

36:32 Pivoting Back to Real Estate

37:12 The Power of Partnerships

42:22 Lessons from a Failed Project

48:40 Philosophy on Decision Making

50:55 Advice for Aspiring Investors

54:42 Final Thoughts and Where to Find Me