Off Grid with Zoey B
Off Grid is the go-to podcast for entrepreneurs and real estate investors who want more than just success—they want freedom to travel, purpose-driven work, and a lifestyle aligned real estate portfolio.
Hosted by Zoey Berghoff—STR mentor, investor, and expert in curating unforgettable stays—this show dives into the real strategies behind building a standout rental business and a lifestyle that breaks the mold. Whether you’re scaling your portfolio, raising the next generation of adventurers while building your business, or chasing the dream of full-time travel, you’ll find real talk, tactical tips, and inspiring stories every week.
Because success isn’t one-size-fits-all—and the best views come when you go off grid in life.
Off Grid with Zoey B
EP 14: House Hacking, High Returns, How to find intentional investments with Nicole Baldwin
In this vibrant episode of Off Grid with Zoey B, we meet Nicole Baldwin, real estate investor, agent, and all-around short-term rental strategist, who turned early entrepreneurial hustle into a powerful real estate career rooted in strategy, grit, and intentionality.
From flipping designer jeans on eBay in high school to house hacking her first property in Denver, Nicole’s journey is anything but ordinary. She walks us through the pivotal moments that shaped her. From buying her first fix-and-flip primary home (with roommates to offset the mortgage) to getting mentored by the seller who recognized her spark. Now with STRs in Phoenix, Dallas, and Colorado, she’s also helping clients find and underwrite cash-flowing deals across Colorado as a powerhouse investor-friendly agent.
💥 What You’ll Learn:
- How Nicole got started with house hacking and scaled into STRs
- What went wrong with her early mentorship (and how she learned to trust her gut)
- How she bought her Dallas STR right before regulations changed
- The legal fight she joined to protect her rights as a host
- Why she's obsessed with tax strategies like cost segregation and bonus depreciation
- How she underwrites deals for clients (and finds unicorns with 50% cash-on-cash returns!)
- Tips for staying hands-on without burning out across multiple markets
Nicole proves that success in real estate is about strategy, self-belief, and surrounding yourself with the right people. If you’re navigating early-stage investing, market shifts, or considering becoming an investor-friendly agent yourself. This one’s packed with tactical gems and real talk.
🎧 Hit play and get ready to be inspired to take action with confidence and clarity.
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