Alecia Bolton is a Certified Fund Manager with over 10 years of experience investing in real estate. She has managed and invested in more than $10 million worth of real estate assets, including mortgage notes and residential properties. With over 20 years of experience in IT project management at Fortune 500 companies such as Boeing and Alaska Airlines, Alecia brings a strong operational and systems-focused approach to asset management. She has been recognized for Outstanding Leadership in finance and featured on several investing podcasts. Alecia is the founder of Firefly Solutions, where she creates courses and tools for investors interested in building wealth through performing notes. She’s also recently expanding into multi-family investments to build generational wealth.

In this episode, Dante and Alecia discuss:

• How Alecia got started in real estate after becoming an “accidental landlord.”
• The difference between performing and non-performing mortgage notes
• Strategies to mitigate risk and maximize passive cash flow
• Why Firefly Solutions was launched to support new note investors
• Trends in real estate and Alecia’s pivot into commercial and multifamily assets

Key Takeaways: 

• Alecia’s real estate journey began unexpectedly when the 2008 housing crash turned her into an “accidental landlord.” What started as a temporary solution became the foundation of her investment career.
• Performing mortgage notes provide steady, passive income with minimal management. Compared to non-performing notes, they offer a more consistent and time-efficient strategy.
• Success in note investing isn’t about finding a website—it’s about building real relationships. The best deals often come through trusted networks and industry connections.
• Recognizing a gap in educational resources, Alecia founded Firefly Solutions. Her goal is to equip new investors with the tools and systems she wishes she had early on.
• As the commercial market faces financial strain, Alecia is shifting focus toward multifamily opportunities. She sees this as a path to both wealth creation and addressing affordable housing needs.

“So one of the really great things about mortgage notes is there's always a play that works regardless of what's going on in the economy.” - Alecia Bolton

Connect with Alecia Bolton:

Website: https://www.magpiepi.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alecia-bolton/ 

Email: alecia.b@magpiepi.com 

Connect with Dante Royster:

Website: https://www.danteroyster.com/

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Mission Statement: Epic Spotlight shines a light on the truths behind love, happiness, health, and wealth. Hosted by America’s Mortgage Expert and author Dante Royster, this podcast delivers bold insights to help you grow and build your most epic life.

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