What Kind of Gift Would Make a Real Estate Millionaire Happy?
UPDATE #2: Check out the announcement of the scholarship
UPDATE: We have received hundreds of applications and therefore are not accepting anymore at this time. This is something that we are going to continue to do in the future, so we will let you know when we are accepting applications again. Thank you!!
Okay Dean, this is a letter to you, and about you. It’s from all of us here in the office and the folks scattered elsewhere. We are posting it on DG.com so EVERYONE will get to read it.
Let’s reveal a private little truth about Dean...
Every November, those of us who love Dean and work closely with him, come up against a crazy conundrum. It starts early in the month and gets worse as the 20th approaches. Why you ask? Well, because the 20th of November is the anniversary of Dean’s first appearance.
No, not his first appearance on late night TV silly, I’m talking his first appearance on the planet.
You know… the event that for years to come is marked with party hats, balloons, those little roll out paper whistles, cake and ice cream - the whole birthday thingamajig. Well everything is easy when it comes to celebrating his B-day - - except for the GIFT part.
None of us can ever figure out what to get him!
In 2007 the arrival of his firstborn, Breana (right on Nov 20th) made him a daddy. (Pretty hard to beat that as a gift!) Last year, we overheard him talking about how he wanted to get a cool new cell phone, (which at the time was just being released to the public), so we all pooled our coins together, and Megan snuck down to the mobile store and bought him the phone. (You do realize that the most expensive way to buy a cell phone is straight from the store…with no yearly agreement right? So, we aren’t penny pinching here either).
Anyway, we did that and were pretty darn proud of ourselves.
We were sure we had FINALLY figured out a cool gift…
Nope. The whole thing went sour. Sure, when he unwrapped it he was excited, but it was short lived. Turns out, the “cool” phone was a pain in the “you know what” to use, and Dean is ALWAYS on the phone. So, he asked Megan to return it and for a while, there was a BIG FAT CREDIT towards his account – (unfortunately, their refund policy isn’t as hassle free as ours!)
So, this year we all decided to just bake him a bunch of cookies. We figured you can’t go wrong with cookies…but then RINA – that sweet, lovely, caring, brilliant investor with a heart of GOLD RINA, saved us all from slaving over a hot stove, (or in Megan’s case, slicing a slab of Pillsbury cookie dough) by suggesting we do something to celebrate Dean’s birthday that would bring a big smile to his face – AND do something that makes Dean the happiest…help an inspiring investor!
Rina suggested we create a scholarship, which would cover the tuition for one deserving student to go through Dean’s Success Academy Training. She even offered to donate a BIG FAT sum of money to start it, and a portion of every deal she does in the months and years to come, to make sure there was always tuition available for some deserving individual.
We have decided to call it- “Dean's SPIFF’s”
That stands for Students Pay It Forward Fund - Scholarship) - yes… we’re big on Acronyms and Acrostics here in the office. The whole idea behind it is to give the gift that never stops giving. Some of Dean's students have donated money to start the fund, and we’re coughing up our own dough to help. Rina’s idea is to use this money toward a free “Dean’s Academy” coaching program for someone that qualifies and needs it the most.
This will all start today, on Dean’s special day and hopefully continue long thereafter. Please watch the video blog below if you haven’t already. This will give you a better idea of what the scholarship is all about and how you can possibly benefit from it, plus a BIG surprise that you won’t want to miss (especially you Dean!) We have also put up a form to fill out for all of those that want to try and win the scholarship. We will gather all submissions and read through to find the person that seems to need/want it most and who will take full advantage of the opportunity. (The link to the submission form is right below the video).
Happy Birthday Dean!! You’re a real good egg, a top notch “boss” and we love you. You're not only special to us, but to everyone you have helped...and that numbers in the thousands baby!
With love,
Your Team!
We appreciate how generous and selfless all our "DG.com" community members are with one another. We will continue this program in an effort to help out as many hopeful investors as possible and continue to look for new ways to do so. We are open and anxious to hear any ideas you have for us in this endeavor. If you would like to contribute in some way you can contact us [email protected]
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Happy Birthday Dean
I hope you day was wonderful. Just a little thankyou for all of the support and encouragement.
Dan and Donna
Dean - You're the best!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
Dean,
Ahhhhhh!!!! It's your Birthday Weekend, right?! Sorry my comments are delayed here, but let me assure you that they are not less heartfelt! I wish you the best birthday EVER! And an even MORE incredible year than the past one for you! (will be tough to beat I'm sure!)
While I feel I've only been a part of this family for a short while, this video just made me cry! Namely because of the impact you have had on so many people, and several of whom seeing on video brought their posts and contributions to the site "to life"...a personal face to the many here who have learned from you, and are giving back by doing so much teaching of their own here on the site.
To Rina for thinking up such an amazing gift ---and to all the supporters of the scholarship fund - WOW! What an awesome surprise that took much planning! What a gift from you all! I can't wait to see who is chosen and all the knowledge they will gain and success they will have...it is such a blessing and a wonderful gift. I have enjoyed my short stint in the Academy so far, and look forward to giving back to this great fund one day myself.
Thank you Dean for blessing all of us by sharing so much of yourself, your wisdom and experience! And may you and your family continue to be as blessed and inspired as you have blessed and inspired all of us.
Cheers to your birthday, Dean, to your past success and teaching, to the present DG family and DG.com, and to the future of the DG Success Academy, the new book to come, and cheers to Success Academy grads continuing to live a lifetime of success and GIVING BACK!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAN!
Louisa
Feliz Cumpleaños!!!!!
Hi Dean,
Just to wish you the best on this wonderful day.
Hoping to make you proud one of these days with my first deal!!!
Felicidades!!!!!
Lopezbee
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DEAN ! ! !
Dean,
Sorry for the belated birthday wish but please know that the sentiments are no less sincere. I hope your day and weekend was everything you would have it be. You are a remarkable individual and I am so proud and thankful to be a family member. You have done an amazing job with your family and must be so very proud of them and their accomplishments. On this, your birthday weekend, may every wish, every desire and every dream be yours. You are worthy of so much more than I can give you but know that you are in my prayers as I pray for God to watch over you, your wife and children and keep you all safe, healthy and happy.
* * * * HAPPY BIRTHDAY,DEAN * * * *
Sincerely, respectfully and humbly,
Terry
Happy Birthday Dean!
Your an amazing human being! Thank you for all that you do for us out there. Please have the best year of your life. God has a special Crown for you, thats for sure.
Barbara
Happy Birthday!!!!
Happy belated birthday Dean, I hope you had an awesome day. I am so glad to be a part of such a great group/family of people. I look forward to seeing and hearing what you come up with next. May God contine to bless and keep you and your family.
Vonetta
What a Blessing
Happy! Happy!! birthday Dean,I thank you very very much for literally opening my eyes.I have not made any money yet but I'm so confident and working hard on it .
You talked about the "Wright Brothers " in your empowering message how the world would have been without them;same way I feel and I believe everyone else that.How due to your generosity everyone is benefiting or going to benefit in R.E. and their family ,the whole nation and the world as aa whole.
Great job and God Bless you
Leslie
Happy Birthday
Happy Bithday, thanks for being 'alive'
No Ordinary Moments
Jason
Happy Birthday!!
I just wanted to say Happy Birthday to you Dean and to Breana!! I hope you both had a wonderful day and many many more to come!!
Rick888
Thank you Dean!
Dean, Happy Belated Birthday! I meant to send you a birthday wish on Friday, but that day was so hectic trying to get the container thing square away and load it up. The 40 footer container finally arrived later during the day, and filled with tons of goods and now on its way to the island for the victims of tsunami. I hope you had a great birthday and thank you so much for all you have done, and making the different in the life of so many people. Much love to you and your family!
Lloyd
Happy Birthday!
Happy Birthday Dean. You are truly blessed to have such a loving support group. May you live long and continue to prosper. You are one of my heroes and a real life inspiration.
b-day
God made you to impact people in such a special way. You are an inspiration to us all. You make us want to be better mothers, fathers, sister, teachers, people. Thanks for all you do! God honors your commitment to helping others.
Be blessed!
Patrice
Happy Belated Birthday
I hope you have a wonderful double birthday with your daughter. I have just purchased your books on Oct.13,'09,(it would have been sooner but prior to seeing your informercial on a DVR,I have never seen you,soo I went to Barnes and Nobles to do a -(research)- saw your BAREM book also bought the book Robert kiyosaki had with your chapter in it-know you are real.)Read through PFRERN in less than a week,wishing it didn't end so soon.Signed up with the Success Academy just a few days ago,(thank you Jason for working out a plan so I can afford this essential step.) Thought about applying your teaching by asking for a no money down option but the words couldn't come out. I love Matt Larson story along with your other success story students. They have my heart pumping. Well, this is my first post to wish you a very happy birthday, I feel very secured that you are so loved because now I just have to worry about TAKING ACTION. This year I have no b-day gift to you since I am deeply in debt, but this time next year I will be debt-free, and on my way to financial freedom so I can utilize my time and money to help disadvantages people from all walks of life. And that will be my birthday gift to you. Sometimes, a certain person(s) come into your life and become so influential, even if you only saw on t.v., I know you and the DG family are positive to my family so thank you and continue to do what you do best!
Happy Bday Dean
God bless you Dean
On the very special day of your birth.
I haven't been in your program very long. 2 months
However i can tell by the bday video that you are very loved and appreciated.
You are very unique individual Mr Dean
to share your knowledge of real estate investing with the world at such a reasonable cost.
You have clearly inspired others in your following to take up the mantle of your cause and set up this scholarship in your honor. That truly indicates the impact you have made in the lives of others and the quality of leader that you are
DAvid Cardenas
HAPPY B DAY
Dean I don`t come to the site as much as I used to. So forgive the lateness, of these Best Wishes. May God Bless You even more to continue your work.
And Happy B Day to your Lil Angel.
Sincere Best Wishes,
J.Cov.
Hi Rina
I want to tell you that you are one very special lady. What you did for Dean's birthday and your ongoing commitment are examples of your generous nature and your hopes for others. I just wanted to tell you that since I became a member of the family, I have noticed your posts everyday and have wanted to tell you how grateful I am for your words of encouragement to individuals and to anyone else to whom they apply. Unfortunately, I have been a little shy about it. You see I became a member in mid-July, then bought the EDGE Home Study Course, and then enrolled in the Success Academy. I feel a bit uncomfortable about the fact that I haven't done one deal yet. I have been working and reading and studying every day but have spent the most time trying to get all the moving parts of the Automated Probate Finder set up so I could get going. It has been quite a task for me. I wanted to have business cards when I started meeting with people face-to-face but I couldn't get them until I had the website address and the 800 number set up. I'm sure it was just me, but I have had a bear of a time getting it all done. I am at the point now where I am ordering my business cards today and then I'll be ready to roll (I think). I am EXTREMELY excited about this and I can't wait to start pulling my own weight. I haven't felt right about writing too much yet because I didn't feel that I had anything to offer. I have found that the other members of the family have been so gracious and generous with their time and I can't thank you all enough. This is truly a great place to be and I'm honored to be here. Thanks Rina for always being here and for your incredibly generous gift to Dean and the rest of us. God Bless You!
Terry
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HI DEAN HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. I AM STIL LOOKING FORWARD TO GET THE DEAL. I PRAYER THAT GOD WOULD BLESS ME ALSO.
KONG SOURIVONG.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAN!
Happy Birthday Dean!! We haven't met yet but you are my life line. Thanks for being their. I'm so excited to hear about your scholorship fund.
Bertha Panzarella
Ditto Dean!
Couldn't of done it without you! Thanks for all you do. Quit my job of 27 years and a nasty couple of bosses! Now your my boss! 1 Tim 3:15
Love and prayers Steve