Help with a few questions please

[Derek Lenz]

I didn’t really know where to ask this so hopefully this works.

I have 2 questions that could use a few answers.

One I am at the beginning stages of becoming real estate investor. I live in So Cal and I’m in the research stages. Looking to book, class, podcast, and seminar recommendations. Also if someone is close that likes coffee would like to sit down, have a cup of mud and potentially be a mentor/ advisor. Also referrals for a good tax person involved in real estate, investors, and anything else you think I should know.

Secondly I own a HVAC and Refrigeration business. Technically I own a job but am looking to invest into the business for gains to grow the business and using this to support my real estate investments eventually. I need good marketing advisement and some guidance on growing. If any one needs HVAC or refrigeration help at your business or home in the inland empire I can help as well, but mostly want to knowledge.

[Ned Carey]

@Derek Lenz every podcast they ask the guest what is there favorite real estate book and business book. I rarely read real estate books any more. One that was often recommended was "The Millionaire Real Estate Investor" bu Gary Keller.

I read and listen to a LOT of business books. Here are some favorites

• "How to Win friends and Influence People" - Communications and getting along with people
• "The One Thing" by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan - The best book on time management
• "Atomic Habits" - personal productivity
• "Ego is the Enemy" How to have great self esteem by not caring what others think.
  
• "Never Split the Difference" by Chris Voss, fantastic book on negotiating.
  
• "Profit First" By Mike Michalowicz, money management for business