Mildly Unstoppable
Mildly Unstoppable is about getting uncomfortable on purpose — in small, human ways that add up.
Each episode explores courage in real life — rebuilding your finances, changing careers, speaking up, starting over, trying something new when you don’t feel ready. Through solo reflections and honest interviews, we look at what actually helps people move forward: not hype or hustle, but momentum, self-trust, and doing the thing anyway.
This is for adults who are a little bored with playing it safe and ready to feel more alive, one brave step at a time. Small risks. Real courage. A life with more momentum.
Mildly Unstoppable
From Hesitation to Homeowner: Taking the Real Estate Leap
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From Hesitation to Homeowner: Taking the Real Estate Leap
In this episode of 'Mildly Unstoppable,' host Jessica shares her personal journey of buying a townhouse in 2019 after realizing, with some sisterly encouragement, that homeownership was within her reach. From the initial shock at the idea to navigating the home buying process, financial calculations, and the valuable lessons learned along the way, Jessica offers a transparent look at her experience. She discusses renovations, rental income strategies, and unexpected benefits such as improved organization and financial investment awareness. She also provides detailed financial numbers to give a comprehensive understanding of her situation. Tune in to hear how her leap into homeownership has shaped her life.
00:00 The Journey Begins: From Renting to Buying
01:02 The Financial Reality Check
03:01 Navigating the Home Buying Process
17:18 Pre-move in Renovations
23:49 The Benefits of Homeownership
24:04 Renting Out the Basement: A New Venture
31:47 Unexpected Benefits of Home Ownership
46:54 Is Home Ownership a Liability?
48:46 Comparing Costs: Renting vs. Owning