I'm a big believer in surrounding myself with people including coaches who can have a profound impact on what I am hiring them to influence.

Josh could list them by integrating their expertise with the influence score somehow.

I absolutely agree that this is a gray area where the banks are trying to exert their influence for their own benefit.

The people who let me know about these two issues have both gotten free trials for a BiggerPockets PRO account AND have gotten an extra influence bonus, in case you all need some incentive.Thanks for the understanding, and I hope the return of the group notifications will better keep you in the loop about your favorite groups.

Aspects will be influenced greatly by how quickly money was attained and the age of the person.

His presentation (and website/"opinions") largely influenced the presentation we put together.

I appreciate your thoughts @Ryland Taniguchi about when the next crash is coming (as we all know, these things come in waves, and from what I can tell we're in the middle and high) and how that influences your thinking and strategy about next steps.

It isn't necessarily tied to real estate but I'm still very interested in doing something where I can use politics to positively influence my community.However, I feel like my true passion and long term-goal is to use my knowledge in real estate to provide financial stability through owning several rental properties.

Not sure when you left the Bay Area, but if you did in the past couple of years (and lived in the condo for 2 while you were here) that might influence some of the guidance you get.Speak to your accountant as well if you can because the things you are considering will impact your tax burden (one way or another).

. :)  its only late night TV that influences folks and BP that influences folks that they can get wealthy with NO money and NO credit..