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C.J. Lauria
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For Those Beginning Real Estate Investing
Here’s advice from a real estate investing millionaire: “Step back and view the forest, not the trees.” Now, you may have heard this advice before, but maybe not relative to real estate investment strategies. So, without further ado, let me help you put this into perspective. Suppose you were a sincere aspiring Real Estate Investor who, back in 2008 or 2009, purchased some short sale... [Read more]
Which is More Powerful-Life or Death?
Recently I visited the world famous Lake Tahoe in California and took a tram ride up to about 9000’ above sea level. I was inspired by the breath-taking beauty all around me and an intriguing thought about personal development crossed my mind. I’d like to share it with you. High in the Sierra Nevada Mountains there are trees that grow out of the solid granite hills. Some of these pines are... [Read more]
Be Proactive and Not Reactive!
People all across America are stressing out. Worries over jobs, paychecks, and shrinking retirement accounts are plaguing the nation. Recently a study by Portfoloio.com and bizjournals ranked the nation’s 50-largest metro areas for their stress levels. The uncertainty of the economy and instability of government weighs heavily on the multitudes of the unemployed as well as the rest of the... [Read more]
Identify Your Fears and Act Accordingly
As a real estate investment Coach, I have been amazed at the high rate of ineffectiveness of the “gurus” in my industry. In the past, I have written about the paralyzing effect that fear can have on a new entrepreneur. Fear of what? Well, the unknown. Yes. Actually, unfounded fear has caused countless new businesses to close their doors just before achieving victory. Recently, a friend... [Read more]
Starting Real Estate Investing – An interview between C.J. Lauria & Evan Carmichael
EVAN: How did you start your business? C.J.: This came from a personal setback in my life in 2007 on the heals of two decades, making millions as a highly successful Real Estate Investor . I thought I wanted to retire, but when you find a niche that you love, it’s different. That’s when I founded Invesdoor.com. EVAN: What was the most difficult part for you when you were starting... [Read more]
Sustainability Equals Profit-A Green Tip
In the past I have written about going “green” when rehabbing investment properties. And there are some very good reasons for exploring this as an augment to your real estate investing strategies. Yes, it can be profitable, and it’s probably the politically correct thing to do as well. However, there is another consideration to this equation. It has to do with general sustainability. Whether... [Read more]
Will the Next Book, CD, or Seminar Make the Difference for Me?
Sadly, these words are all too common among those who have come to be known as the “REI Junkie.” In the real estate investing world the “Information Merchants,” as I like to call them, have promised nothing less than miracles with the purchase of their next program. These programs come in the form of books, CDs, DVDs, seminars and the like and quickly add up to a large investment in themselves. Back... [Read more]
Mastering the Art of Negotiation
The “art of negotiation:” It is an art, isn’t it? Many have sought to gain proficiency in it, yet sadly fail to bring both sides together in an equitable manner…one which we call “win/win.” You have, no doubt, heard of this expression. And you like the concept. But do you understand what it actually takes to create a genuinely win/win scenario in which both parties leave the table... [Read more]
Are You In This All Alone?
This past year I have cringed to hear of so many new REI home businesses folding due to an inability to close deals. It may be a Wholesaler who cannot find a cash Buyer in time or maybe a small-time fix & flipper who simply can’t find investment properties at an adequate margin to make a buck. Additionally, the large Lenders have changed the rules repeatedly so that the poor folks who purchased... [Read more]
Another Reason REI Beats Paper Assets
As you probably already know, I am a leading REI (real estate investing) Mentor….so I am biased. However, what I am going to share with you today may convince you why I am. When we talk about paper assets I am referring to stocks, bonds, mutual funds, etc. They are different from real estate investment as (for one thing) the Investor has no control of that asset. These assets must be traded... [Read more]
