SanBern's Journal

SanBern's Journal

Well it it about time, my journal is now on the go. Maybe this will start the ball rolling. It has been a little over a month, I purchase DG's Millionaire book. I have joint the REI association, received a congratulation e-mail, but nothing more. I will research some clubs tonight in my area and attend as much meeting as possible. I feel stagnated and I am anxious and ready to make a break. The real estate market in New York is difficult to purchase property. There may be someone on this site who is willing to assist me in purchasing a piece of the Big Apple, (I guess that is why things here are so expensive ,it is too big). Maybe there is a real estate agent on this site who will be willing to help out a sistrine in need. I will appreciate any assistance out there.

I feel that when I decide to get this first property for the family, no one must be able to take it back under no type of foreclosure. My income is minimal, therefore I do not want a mortgage that will put a strain on myself and the family. I want to be able to pay the mortgage and have a good night's rest without worry. I am looking for some equity in the property that will ofset some debts, I already have. My children are attending college, have full schedules and unemployed. As a single parent this is difficult. I am observing the market in NY everyday for a gem of a deal. I know that I will accomplish what I has set out to do. I refuse to be a failure. Well, I just had to get all this out in the clear. Say what do you all think? Need some advice and help.

Sandra

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"You can never get to the top, if you are not willing to climb. Do not look at the difficulty of the climb, only anticipate the view from the top."
"Can't even walk without you holding my hand." (Song)
"Is anything too hard for the Lord ..." Genesis 19:14
"In all things, wait on the Lord."
"Think not of your own deliverance, but trust in God who will give in abundance."
"When you are down to nothing, God is up to something." Unknown
"Our lives begin to end, the day we become silent about those things that really matters." Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.


Sandra and Lubertha

I am so happy that you both chose to be business partners together and I am very happy for you guys. I know you both will do very well and cant wait to see you guys do some deals together soon. Hope to meet you both soon after I get my surgery out of the way. One of these days I will go down to the city for the day to see you all. Good Luck !!

Warm regards,

Paul T. La Moy


you guys seem to be rockin'

Sandra,
One of the best things I like about ya...ill keep this short and sweet...

YOUR ATTITUDE KICKS BUTT!!!always keeping the faith, and the will to succeed in what you want...If only more people were like you

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I am now reading your post Marc

Thanks for your kind words Marc, I am now reading your post. Nothing is going to prevent me and it should not prevent anyone else from dreaming big.

Well September 24, 2009 Lubertha and I had the privilege/opportunity of meeting Dean for the first time. It was an occasion I will not forget. The three plus hours from Brooklyn was more than worth the effort. Words cannot describe the emotions we felt when Dean got out of his car and gave us a great big genuine hug. At some instances we were nervous and others anxious. What do we say, how do we act, oh my the cameras they are all over the place, is our hair intact. While at the same time Dean, the perfect gentleman reassuring us that we will do just fine. It was an unforgettable experience, that I would cherish for a lifetime. God Bless

Sandra/Bernadette

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"You can never get to the top, if you are not willing to climb. Do not look at the difficulty of the climb, only anticipate the view from the top."
"Can't even walk without you holding my hand." (Song)
"Is anything too hard for the Lord ..." Genesis 19:14
"In all things, wait on the Lord."
"Think not of your own deliverance, but trust in God who will give in abundance."
"When you are down to nothing, God is up to something." Unknown
"Our lives begin to end, the day we become silent about those things that really matters." Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.


Sandra,

Thanks for sharing the story with us in your journal. That had to be a great feeling. It is great that hard work and determination pays off. Continued success in all you do! Believe and Achieve! Smiling - Joe

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One year

Sandra, I just clicked on your journal because it was a recently viewed on the website, and started reading. I saw the date at the top it said 9/29 I thought it was a new post, no, it was from 2008! Exactly one year today you started your journal and look how far you have come. You even got to meet Dean! That is so incredible. You are such an inspiration to everyone. You and Lubertha keep plugging along. Have you read back on your journal? Wondering if you can believe it yourself.

Cathy

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Did the same thing!

I did the same thing wondering how she purchased the book a month ago yet already has 792 posts! LOL

I saw your video and congrats on everything! Hope everything is well! I am thinking about starting my own journal.. maybe that will keep me going.. seems like I take breaks from this every now and then. I keep having to get re-inspired because I get sucked into my 5-5 job. My step dad is actually interested in partnering with me, so that helps too!

Good luck with everything, I think I am going to work on my first Journal post now!

Thanks!

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Sandra,

Me too - thought it was a new post. You've come a long way. I can only imagine how excited you must have been meeting Dean, having all those cameras around. Think my knees would have been 'obviously' shaking Smiling

Thanks for sharing your story and I wish you the very best.

Lea
SPR Property Solutions, LLC


Well what could I say, but thanks

Joe, Cathy, Dominic and Lea, thanks for the all your congrats, support and encouragement. I feel confident that nothing would have occurred with God in the midst. When I set my mind on something, I will not stop until it is accomplished. My next step is to get my own home for myself and my two sons. They deserve it, they are my pride and joy. My sons have reached that stage where they want their own space/room. Thanks again and God Bless.

Sandra

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"You can never get to the top, if you are not willing to climb. Do not look at the difficulty of the climb, only anticipate the view from the top."
"Can't even walk without you holding my hand." (Song)
"Is anything too hard for the Lord ..." Genesis 19:14
"In all things, wait on the Lord."
"Think not of your own deliverance, but trust in God who will give in abundance."
"When you are down to nothing, God is up to something." Unknown
"Our lives begin to end, the day we become silent about those things that really matters." Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.


Hey Sandra

I have so enjoyed following your hard work and ultimate success over the past year! i am so happy for you and Lubertha, and so inspired as well. Enjoy every minute of the road to your fabulous future because there is no doubt you guys are going to the top!


Hi Laura

Thanks so much for your kind words. If you could remember way back when I was the new comer on the block and you all supported me with your encouragement not to give up success will come. What kept me grounded over the year or so was the constant support from you all. At that time it was you, Rina, Anita, Matt, Sully (what about him, we miss him), Jason, Elena, and a few others, who continue to make sure I understood the process and the then new vocabulary. God is responsible for allowing Dean to have this site available to the less fortunate, and we have to be thankful. Laura you all were there for me and words cannot express my gratitude. It is only when you know where you have been, will you appreciate where you are and the heights you intend to reach.

The Conference call tonight was awesome. Dean was all fired up and he is not making joke. It is either we shape up or ship out. I guess he is getting ready to take his train on the route to success, well I will definitely be on board. I think what he is saying is let's get going, negativity does not live here. October is the ACTION POTENTIAL month, less talking and more doing. I have decided that from this weekend to attend some open houses and scope to see what are out there. Wishing the DG family the best for October. God Bless.

Sandra

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"You can never get to the top, if you are not willing to climb. Do not look at the difficulty of the climb, only anticipate the view from the top."
"Can't even walk without you holding my hand." (Song)
"Is anything too hard for the Lord ..." Genesis 19:14
"In all things, wait on the Lord."
"Think not of your own deliverance, but trust in God who will give in abundance."
"When you are down to nothing, God is up to something." Unknown
"Our lives begin to end, the day we become silent about those things that really matters." Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.


Today was my day

Well yesterday was a bit hectic for me. I came home extremely tired, did my evening assignments and went straight to bed. Today I decided I will stay at home and relax. Spent some time reading, received and made a few phone calls, a little cleaning here and there, house hunt online and hooked up to the source on the DG website. Before I hit the sack, I will do another hour of reading, my passion and will be off to bed. Tomorrow is another day, I am not making any promises, but I will see what it hold for me. God Bless.

Sandra

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"You can never get to the top, if you are not willing to climb. Do not look at the difficulty of the climb, only anticipate the view from the top."
"Can't even walk without you holding my hand." (Song)
"Is anything too hard for the Lord ..." Genesis 19:14
"In all things, wait on the Lord."
"Think not of your own deliverance, but trust in God who will give in abundance."
"When you are down to nothing, God is up to something." Unknown
"Our lives begin to end, the day we become silent about those things that really matters." Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.


Sandra

Isnt the cycle of support and success on this site amazing? We all start off with nothing but excitement and hope, get support and knowledge from this site, take action, make a successful deal or two, and in turn become the ones sharing knowledge and supporting other newcomers! Fabulous!


That is so true

Despite my previous purchases in real estate, Dean's books inspired me to a new way of living, the one called debt free. I look forward to the day when, I could stand proud and say "financially free." We have come a long way from a year or so ago, when we called ourselves newcomers. We have an obligation to pass on the things we have learned and accomplished so others will be able to do the same also. I know Dean's desire as he says is for all his students, as he calls us to be successful. Once we all realize how important it is for us to create our own success, it is only then that we will have total gratification. Laura, I must first thank God for giving me the strength to stay the course and my DG family for their continued support. God Bless.

Sandra

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"You can never get to the top, if you are not willing to climb. Do not look at the difficulty of the climb, only anticipate the view from the top."
"Can't even walk without you holding my hand." (Song)
"Is anything too hard for the Lord ..." Genesis 19:14
"In all things, wait on the Lord."
"Think not of your own deliverance, but trust in God who will give in abundance."
"When you are down to nothing, God is up to something." Unknown
"Our lives begin to end, the day we become silent about those things that really matters." Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.


Thank you Sandra

Thank you for taking the time to take an interest in reading my journal. I have responded to it but I wanted to come by and read your journal as well.

It fills me with hope to read from where you first started as a new member and just finished reading the book to where you are now. You had Dean come to you! To ask you questions about how you did it all so HE could learn from YOU! You must be up to some pretty amazing things!

Congratulations to you Sandra. I hope to one day be as successful as you have become Smiling Its going to take some hard work, i know. But Soon I hope to be at that point.

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I'd love to hear from you. Smiling

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Another Day in the World of Work

Thanks Tracy for your kind words, keep the faith and things will work out. Today was a bit hectic, together with a meeting from 3-4 p.m. Tomorrow I have two meetings downtown, away from campus. One is work related and another later in the evening is business related. I also will be visiting a co-worker who is in the hospital. After everything, I should be home by 10 p.m. I looked forward to getting home this evening, to see what Dean had in store for us, and I was as always greatly impressed by the magnitude of Dean's generosity in providing the detailed post on formulated a buyer's list. With pen in hand, I took notes while reading. What you will call summarizing the article. I promised myself to at least be in bed by 11:00 p.m. to acquire enough hours of sleep. To all who visit my journal, I hope that it will provide some glimmer hope that things can happen if you take action. God Bless.

Sandra

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"You can never get to the top, if you are not willing to climb. Do not look at the difficulty of the climb, only anticipate the view from the top."
"Can't even walk without you holding my hand." (Song)
"Is anything too hard for the Lord ..." Genesis 19:14
"In all things, wait on the Lord."
"Think not of your own deliverance, but trust in God who will give in abundance."
"When you are down to nothing, God is up to something." Unknown
"Our lives begin to end, the day we become silent about those things that really matters." Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.


Another Day in the World of Work

Thanks Tracy for your kind words, keep the faith and things will work out. Today was a bit hectic, together with a meeting from 3-4 p.m. Tomorrow I have two meetings downtown, away from campus. One is work related and another later in the evening, is business related. I also will be visiting a co-worker who is in the hospital. After everything, I should be home by 10 p.m. I looked forward to getting home this evening, to see what Dean had in store for us, and I was as always greatly impressed by the magnitude of Dean's generosity in providing the detailed post on formulated a buyer's list. With pen in hand, I took notes while reading. What you will call summarizing the article. I promised myself to at least be in bed by 11:00 p.m. to acquire enough hours of sleep. To all who visit my journal, I hope that it will provide some glimmer of hope that things can happen if you take action. God Bless.

Sandra

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"You can never get to the top, if you are not willing to climb. Do not look at the difficulty of the climb, only anticipate the view from the top."
"Can't even walk without you holding my hand." (Song)
"Is anything too hard for the Lord ..." Genesis 19:14
"In all things, wait on the Lord."
"Think not of your own deliverance, but trust in God who will give in abundance."
"When you are down to nothing, God is up to something." Unknown
"Our lives begin to end, the day we become silent about those things that really matters." Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.