Hello to all that read this post,I am in my late 20's, and have a dream to eventually gaining Financial Freedom through REI.

Their decision about property taxes was that they'd gladly pay property taxes and save on housing costs, utilities, insurance, health care, sales tax, etc.

Hello to all that read this post,I am in my late 20's, and have a dream to eventually gaining Financial Freedom through REI.

With a few exceptions, you probably cannot blame gurus for anything, as freedom of choice means you can spend your money or not.

I am a newbie, but I'm extremely committed to real estate because I see the freedom it can offer.

If you take to heart what is written in the book I believe it can be the difference between early financial freedom and working until your 65 at a job you don't enjoy.Second, I would encourage you to listed to the BP podcast. 

I can't confirm in your area, but in NY there is "FOIL" Freedom of Information Law.

Secured Freedom Lending is also a good one that we have used. 

I dont want to be big, I'm just looking for that freedom number real estate can provide.

I have recently read a lot of books (Rich dad/Poor Dad, The millionaire next door, Total Money Makeover,etc.) discussing financial freedom, and feel that real estate investments are one of the best vehicles for this.