# From Homeless Teen Mom to Brokerage CEO

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Podcast: [Living Your Legacy](https://stenobird.com/podcast/living-your-legacy-7175505)
Published: 2026-06-24T13:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.legacymakerstv.com/
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## Resource

Ty Allen knows what it means to rebuild when life changes overnight. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, the founder of Unity Concord Real Estate shares the deeply personal journey that shaped her into one of Pittsburgh’s most respected real estate brokers. From experiencing foreclosure, public housing, homelessness, teen motherhood, and personal adversity, Ty reveals how resilience became her greatest asset. She discusses building Unity Concord Real Estate brick by brick, creating opportunities through leadership, and empowering others through real estate, representation, and service. Along the way, she shares lessons about identity, perseverance, entrepreneurship, and why legacy is measured by the lives we impact. This conversation offers powerful insights for aspiring entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone determined to turn setbacks into purpose-driven success. Key Takeaways • Adversity can become the foundation for leadership and long-term success. • Building a business requires faith, resilience, and a willingness to create your own path. • Legacy is created through service, impact, and empowering future generations. • Authenticity is a competitive advantage in business and life. • Success comes from trusting your vision even when others cannot see it. Notable Quotes • "Life is an experience and not always a good one. But you have to figure out how to rise from the ashes." • "I've always had a very strong sense of self." • "If you want to make the decisions that you think are right for you, you have to create it." • "Brick by brick from the foundation up, Unity Concord was in my mind and it's an office now." • "You're the sauce. Whoever you are. But you have to dig deep and find whatever that looks like."

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