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For Those Beginning Real Estate Investing
January 29, 2012 by C.J. Lauria · 0
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 [...]
...Read The RestWhich is More Powerful-Life or Death?
January 25, 2012 by C.J. Lauria · 0
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 [...]
...Read The RestBe Proactive and Not Reactive!
January 15, 2012 by C.J. Lauria · 0
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 [...]
...Read The RestIdentify Your Fears and Act Accordingly
December 12, 2011 by C.J. Lauria · 0
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 [...]
...Read The RestStarting Real Estate Investing – An interview between C.J. Lauria & Evan Carmichael
November 13, 2011 by C.J. Lauria · 0
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 [...]
...Read The RestSustainability Equals Profit-A Green Tip
October 12, 2011 by C.J. Lauria · 0
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 [...]
...Read The RestWill the Next Book, CD, or Seminar Make the Difference for Me?
October 6, 2011 by C.J. Lauria · 0
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, [...]
...Read The RestMastering the Art of Negotiation
September 25, 2011 by C.J. Lauria · 0
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 [...]
...Read The RestAre You In This All Alone?
August 21, 2011 by C.J. Lauria · 0
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 [...]
...Read The RestA Winning Attitude – Key to Your Success
July 8, 2011 by C.J. Lauria · 0
Many years ago, Henry Ford uttered the immortal words: “Some people succeed because they are destined to, but most people succeed because they are determined to.” Inspiring expressions such as that from Mr. Ford can cause us to reflect our own attitudes and perspectives. What about yours? I am in dialogue nearly every day with [...]
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