On this episode of the WIIRE podcast, we got to sit down with Shaletha Colbert, a military brat turned investor-friendly realtor, to unpack how she went from corporate benefits sales, postpartum, and a surprise layoff to owning and profiting from short‑term rentals in Costa Rica.

This conversation is a must‑listen for female real estate investors who are:

  • Feeling stuck in six‑figure corporate jobs
  • Craving more freedom, flexibility, and “mini retirements”
  • Curious about investing abroad and short‑term rentals

You’ll hear how Shaletha:

  • Got “bit by the Airbnb bug” in Atlanta during the Super Bowl
  • Evaluated different countries before choosing Costa Rica
  • Protected herself with smart due diligence, escrow checks, and local teams
  • Structured and operated two ocean‑view condos as profitable short‑term rentals
  • Eventually exited with a strong gain (from $395K to $580K) and what she’d do differently next time

She also shares three concrete tips to start investing internationally:

  1. Research deeply beyond the dreamy Instagram version
  2. Find an investor‑friendly, CIPS‑certified local agent
  3. Leverage Facebook groups and expat communities as free masterminds

If you’ve ever wondered, “Could I really buy a vacation rental overseas?” this episode will challenge your limits and show you what’s possible.

 

 

 

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