Step Out, Ignore The Crowd
Monday, May 20
"To change ourselves effectively, we first had to change our perceptions." -Stephen R. Covey Sometimes, that thing that "everyone" is saying (especially online) just turns out to be ... not true. Facebook, Twitter, and even Instagram are chock full of theories, analysis, pitches, and argumentatio...
A New Thought for REIs Expense Reimbursement vs Company Credit Cards
Thursday, May 16
“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” - Mark TwainIf you'll forgive me, I'm going to get pretty geeky today. You probably didn't realize that there are actual pros and cons to reimbursing expenses for employees, etc. or using a company Credit-Card. Oh, I'm going to take you down a lit...
A Simple Estate Planning Strategy For Real Estate Investors
Monday, May 06
"Go as far as you can see; when you get there, you'll be able to see further.” - Thomas Carlyle We're all in business for more than just mere business-building. We want to build a LIFE. So, speaking of life, I want to dial in on one component of these questions. I might take up a few more in subs...
Wire Fraud in Real Estate Deals
Thursday, May 02
My mouth is watering. I just got a cash offer that is 50K over asking. Why is my real estate broker hesitating? Probably because she is aware of the continuing problem of fraud in real estate transactions. MONEY LAUNDERING All cash, no bank involvement, and the buyer is purchasing it through thei...
Equity Financing: Four Non-Bank Options for Real Estate Investors
Tuesday, April 23
"There are risks and costs to action. But they are far less than the long-range risks of comfortable inaction. - John F. KennedyWhen many people start a business, they do so using their own resources and funds. And there can be great wisdom to this ... retaining control, a more lucrative exit, et...
WHAT NUMBERS SHOULD YOU BE LOOKING AT IN YOUR BUSINESS?
Monday, April 15
"You have been blessed with a mind that can direct your actions in any way that you choose." -Ramon Luis During the first Super Bowl that Tom Brady won (with the Patriots), these were some of the companies who advertised (hat tip to Jon Erlichman of Bloomberg): AOL Blockbuster Radio Shack Circuit...