Madison's Road To Success/Financial Freedom

I'm glad you started your journal! Hey, we've all procrastinated one way or another. The important thing is that you're here and you're still trying to pursue investing again. Just stay pumped and take baby steps. We're here for you, so don't be afraid to ask for support or help ok?

Good luck and God bless,

Thanks so much for your words of encouragement, it is truely appreciated! Like I had stated in my first journal post, it is from the words of encouragement from you and the rest of the DG Fam that has given me the confidence to finally get off of my "Butt"!

You can only read and obtain so much knowledge, but, what good is it if you don't put it into action? Without the DG Fam backing me, I would probably done the same thing, which is, read the book, say "wow" what a great concept, and leave it at that.

Not this time, I have you "guys" behind me all the way. You couldn't of asked for a better support system!!!

So, again I say:

Thanks soooo much!

You're welcome dear, I meant every word of it and I want to see you succeed!

Well, I had posted a couple of ads early this morning and had recieved a response from a potential investor! She and I believe her husband, have done previous rehabs in the areas I am researching.

She had stated (via email) that she is looking for about three more rehabs within the next 6 months.

The only problem is, is that, the ad I had posted had stated that I had already had a few rehab properties under contract (a suggestion from a fellow DG Member). Guess what, I don't!

Now I know I could go out and scramble to obtain these properties, but, I don't want to leave my potential investor hanging or thinking I was some sort of scam. That would not go over to well!

What I think I should do is state that those deals are no longer available, and I do have other properties that I am working on that "she" may be interested in. I am just wondering if I should ask her something to the effect of---Is she interested in assignment deals or would just prefer referrals? Not too sure if that would be the way to go or not.

Either way, if she is really interested, and what I believe to be some great potential deals that I have been looking into, She'll want'em.

At this early stage of the game, I would love to do the assign, but, would be just as happy with a finder's fee.

Make my investor happy and of course I'll be smiling too!

Well, I figured I would try something different today, instead of weeding through all of the FSBO sites and Realtor sites searching for potential deals.

I looked through the "for rent" section, emailed the owners on homes and/or areas that I am fairly familiar with and asked if they were interested in offering a lease/purchase, rent to own, or owner financing. I then continued with explaining the multiple monetary benefits to them. (Sales Psychology 101---it's all about how it's going to benefit them) Guess what? Out of the 5 I had contacted, 4 replied back, yes, they would definately want to do this type of transaction!

Sweet, that is 4 potential deals with a lease option. Now I just need to work the #'s and due-diligence and see how profitable this would be for myself!

Wish me luck!

I am so excited to follow your journal, I just got off the phone with one of my good friends and business partner and we were saying the exact same thing regarding procastination. No more.

For several years I have read books and went to seminars to gain knowledge. It is time for action. I spoke to a rep today at the academy and I am going to get signed up in the next few weeks.....on my road to success.

Once again welcome, I will follow up to help me and you. You are taking the steps that will change your life forever.

Well, you know what they say "great minds think alike". lol Too bad we weren't thinking so straight.

I do believe we are on the right track and I congratulate you on signing with the academy.

I wish you much success on your path to financial freedom through REI.

There is no way we can fail---We have the DG Family backing us all the way!

Take care Erika and keep me updated.

Congratulations on your new leads! Way to take action!
You have come a long way in a short amount of time. I appreciate your determination.
I also wanted to tell you how much I appreciate the kind and uplifting words you've been giving to all of the DG members (even personally welcoming so many of the "newbies"). Watching from the side, I can see how meaningful it is to people. I know when I first joined the site, that's part of what kept me here, others WANTING to see me succeed. So, know that you are playing a valuable role, Kelly, with your sweet spirit. Combine that with some kickin' REI and you'll be a total source of inspiration for more people than you'll ever realize!

God bless,
your DG sis,

Rina

Rina's right. The difference your posts make to new investors is amazing. I learned that first hand when I joined the ranks. I am staggered with the number of PMs I would get from people who I inspire. Who, lil ol me? I had NO clue! Don't focus on the fact that you procrastinated, we've ALL done it, well most of us anyway! The point is, just focus on the fact that you ARE doing it now, at this moment, and you're on the site to get ALL the help you need to succeed. I believe EVERYTHING happens for a reason and that there are NO coincidences, which means you're HERE for a reason, we ALL are!

Well let me tell you ladies, I thank you for recognizing me and passing on such encouragement!

I must tell you, that if it wasn't for you ladies and of course the rest of the DG Fam, I would of still been sitting back pondering about REI but, not acting upon it.

With the "FAM" backing me up and giving me the the encouragement and inspiration to go out and "do it", I am no longer---The Procrastinator"!

With much admiration, I thank you all. This family and all that it does for us, is, PRICELESS!!!!!

It's truly an honor and a pleasure to be of encouragement to you. We really do want to see you succeed and get past those fears that have kept you from living the life you dream of.

All my best for you,

We are all learning and have a great support system in our corner. Nowhere else on the internet will we have experienced REI willing to be patient and work with us. It is good to make a small start. I did twice over, first with an investment property I sold a little over a year and a quarter acre I own in Florida. A start gives you a sense of satisfaction that you have achieved something. We are all here to support and encourage each other. We are going to be millionaires and soon. Take care and God Bless.

Sandra

You said it, Sandra!!
Here's to all the future lady millionaires!!!!!! Let's go, girls!
(Humble, loving, millionaires, of course... )

your DG sis,

Rina

I'm with you!!!!

If you dont mind me asking, what did you put in your ad to attract the investors? I'm very interested in starting off with assignments/finder's fee myself.

After coming home from work today, I had spoke to one of the owners of the homes that were lease option. Come to find out, he is a Broker, and a PT investor.

After we spoke for a while, I had asked if he was interested in homes in this area. (he is actually a state away, but, owns a couple properties in my state) He stated "yes, and if I could find some great deals, he would throw me an 'envelope' full of cash".

I will be meeting him on Tuesday evening to look at the property he is lease/optioning. Of course I will be speaking to him more about Bird-dogging and Assignments!

Wish me luck!

Okay I have been waiting to see how it went with your Investor meeting. How did it go please provide an update.

Also how did your ad read I am wanting to place some ads to start Bird-dogging and Assisgning....

I did not end up meeting with the investor, due to the fact that he lives out of state. We had discussed the terms of his home over the phone, and he did not want to budge on the asking price, down payment, etc... This is ok with me though, 'cause I know, when that house has been on the market for a few months, I think he will be willing to negotiate. Aside from that, he will remain on my big buyer's list of 2. lol

Actually ekn2god, I did not attract this investor through my own advertisement. I found him through CL, selling a home with a lease/opt.

I remain hopeful! If this one does not work out, there are plenty more out there!

My suggestion to you, ekn2god, is to go to the forum(s), there is a great one on Bird-dogging and another one on attracting investors. "Tons of Info" These links should help.

Let me find them for you and I will then post them.

brb

The following links contain a enormous amount of great info and suggestions on bird dogging and creative ways of finding investors.

I hope these helps.

http://www.deangraziosi.com/node/11192
http://www.deangraziosi.com/node/10805