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My Advice to the Wise Investor
August 19, 2010 by C.J. Lauria · 0
The American housing market may have officially crossed the line from correction to stabilization. Historically, after stabilization the phases are recovery and revival. All entrepreneurs should take a close look at real estate investment opportunities over the next few years, since this is when the money is really made. As you can imagine, timing the [...]
...Read The RestFear of the Unknown – Why You Need a Mentor
July 30, 2010 by C.J. Lauria · 0
Few illustrations of fear are more aptly applied than that of a sky diver. Along with fear of heights and other phobias, jumping out of a plane in flight represents a daring challenge. Now, imagine if you knew positively that absolutely NO harm would come to you and following a safe landing you would be [...]
...Read The RestReal Estate Wholesaling-Report from the Field
July 24, 2010 by C.J. Lauria · 0
As a real estate mentor with students across the U.S., I have been getting reports from my joint venture protégés about their individual experiences. The company I founded, Mentor for Life!™, works with driven entrepreneurs in their respective local territories. There is one comment I am getting more than all else and it has to [...]
...Read The RestEverybody Needs a Mentor
July 19, 2010 by C.J. Lauria · 0
Greetings from 37,000 feet! I am on the plane to meet up with one of my new Territory Managers in Mentor for Life™, a real estate mentor program for serious entrepreneurs. Anyway, I was thinking about how much of a challenge it is for those who have no one with prior experience and a willingness [...]
...Read The RestAre You Making Money or Earning It?
July 19, 2010 by C.J. Lauria · 0
Today I thought that I might go back to the basic fundamentals of investing. As you know, whenever possible, I enjoy thinking in terms of principles and not formulas. Formulas come and go, but principles are timeless. Thos e of you that have been reading my articles for some time know that money is not [...]
...Read The RestAre You Right for “MENTOR for LIFE™”?
July 13, 2010 by C.J. Lauria · 0
What an interesting question! “Of course, I’m right!” Well, are you? Unlike the majority of REI programs for sale, “Mentor for Life”™ really only wants qualified applicants to enter their program. Why? Because, it’s “for life.” When I founded this company, Invesdoor™, I had already determined to surround myself with like-minded individuals who share my [...]
...Read The RestThe “Mentor for Life”™ Concept and Why it Works
July 9, 2010 by C.J. Lauria · 0
“Mentor for Life”™ What a concept. The mere title indicates that long after one is trained and coached in the desired career path, the Mentor is still available because he cares about his protégé. In a moment we will discuss why this concept is so effective and how it is possible to achieve. In my [...]
...Read The RestRed Flags To Avoid in a Mentor
July 5, 2010 by C.J. Lauria · 0
In my last article we discussed the importance of finding a real estate mentor with well-rounded experience and success, but also skilled in the art of teaching. They would have to be patient, open-minded and innovative. The word innovative is key when it comes to real estate investing. This is because as the market goes [...]
...Read The RestStart a Recession-Proof Home Business Today
June 29, 2010 by C.J. Lauria · 0
In my many real-estate-investment-related articles, I have at times stated that we are faced with the “perfect storm” for wholesaling investment properties. While the current state of the economy and housing market is prime for real estate investing, there is another factor that we have not yet considered. I would like to address the present [...]
...Read The RestAre You Sick and Tired of All These REI “Gurus” with More Programs to Sell?
June 20, 2010 by C.J. Lauria · 0
Permit me to rant a little about something that absolutely “gets my goat.” It is the ongoing real estate investment scam of the century. From the late night infomercial to the “free” webinars, there are a plethora of programs for sale by people who had successes in yesteryear and want to capitalize on that while [...]
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In 1988 C.J. Lauria began investing in income properties in the Sacramento, California market. By 1990, he had acquired 2 apartment buildings with good cash flow. Nonetheless, the ensuing recession and the subsequent effects on rents and property values provided some painful, but valuable lessons with wonderful results.