
When I initially got involved with real estate I was a desperate, struggling musician with four children. I was overworked and underpaid, constantly under pressure to make ends meet. At only 27 years old, I was stressed beyond belief and virtually bankrupt. Saving money seemed nearly impossible being as how the money was spent weeks before it came in. Looking back I now joke about the only difference between me, as a musician, and a large pepperoni pizza is that the pizza can actually feed a family of four. I was miserable and knew I not only deserved more, but that my family did as well. I needed to do something about my unfortunate situation...but what? It was 1999, I was watching TV one very late night, too stressed about money problems to get any sleep, when I froze while channel...
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LUXURY HOME INVESTING BLOG: Seller Calls
Wednesday, April 14th, 2010
Each Wednesday evening, I host a 'LIVE Seller Call' with my students. This is an opportunity for anyone with a deal, or anyone who wants to hear what I say & don't say when setting up my deals, has the chance to listen in LIVE. You get to bring your deals to me and I'll tell you what to say...or I'll talk to your sellers & help handle the deal for you! From my mouth to your ears!! How cool is that?!
If you weren't on last week's call, here's the summary so you can get a glimpse of what went on. To join the call, go to www.sellercalls.com and get in on the action! Can't wait to help YOU with ...read more
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LUXURY HOME INVESTING TIP: THE NEED TO KICK ASS
Friday, February 19th, 2010
I may not know you personally, but I’m guessing you probably think of yourself as a modern man – or woman.
I assume that when you sit down to a nice steak dinner, you eat it with a knife and fork instead of your hands. You hopefully shower and brush your teeth at least semi-regularly. And when you want something, I’m relatively sure you ask for it – rather than club somebody over the head and grab it.
Yeah, you’re civilized. You have manners. You know how to play nice. So it might surprise you to know that, deep down inside, you’re a caveman.
At least when it comes to competition.
As human beings, we’re hardwired to compete. Blame it on our ancestors, who ...read more
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