There are a lot of youtube influencers that make these scenario's sound like they are perfectly normal, even though they verge on, or are, outright fraud.

An asset is a mathematical/financial answer...and is not influenced by emotional or rationalized applications. 

Hi guys,Two books that aren't really property related but are my all time favourite are "How to win friends and influence people" and "Think and grow rich".I am currently reading "The art of the deal" by Donald Trump.

I think I have a pretty good sphere of influence, in this business 10 years as a broker, flipper, hard money lender, now a conventional lender.

Two books that have had the biggest influence on my real estate career and financial goals:Millionaire Real Estate Investor - Helped me shape my RE strategy.Think and Grow Rich - Helped me get money minded.

I agree with Jo and am no way influenced by our office being in West Columbia ;)Another area is what I call Rosewood when I am selling there but call South Kilbourne when I am buying.

I'm now a stay at home dad influencing my kids.What I am trying to say, and what the other responders are saying, is that MINDSET is everything.

What do you all do besides sphere of influence?

This can enhance your cash flow and have a major influence on your overall borrowing expenses.5.

It positively influenced all parties, expediting the liquidation for our former client while reducing transactional hurdles.