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I have not heard of that one. Have you invested in other programs? I see we are both from Louisiana, how far are you in the wholesale process?

I can only give a partial answer to this. I initially signed up when this program first started so I am not sure how its done now. I did not sign up for the whole thing, but for a smaller fee, got access to the messageboards, videos and other materials.

I would say the messageboard is pretty bare. BP is 100x better. The videos are pretty good though. They are thorough, step by step, and cover a lot of things. Sean Terry focuses on wholesaling and subject-to from private sellers. He is all about finding motivated sellers, negotiating with them, and finding buyers. There is nothing about REOs, buy/hold, or other methods.

I'd say the biggest benefit would be the fact that you can call him and he will help you through a deal. I don't know if he partners with you or what but he appears to be very hands on with his core group of members. He is also a nice guy.

Its definitely not a scam but like most training, much of the info has been posted elsewhere for free and its not cheap. Sean's hands on approach may be worth though if you can afford it. I'd love the hand-holding through a deal but I don't have the cash.

Also, he is a member here but I don't think he posts much.

Hey Todd,

I have a lot of great free training with my Flip2Freedom podcast in iTunes and the 129 page book I wrote. As of writing this post there's 60 free episodes which are about an hour each and cover every aspect of wholesaling.

The goal is clear and concise:

1. Get your first check ASAP.
2. Get one years worth of income in the bank as fast as possible so you can quit your job.
3. Build a successful business producing monthly cash flow using the 4 hour work week methods.

In the free podcast and book you'll learn:
-Many ways to find buyers for wholesale and retail deals.
-How to analyze a market for high cash transaction areas.
-How to find the perfect closing agent.
-How to set a strategic marketing plan for motivated sellers which includes direct mail secrets, internet marketing and bandit sign marketing.
-How the numbers really work.
-How to sort leads and determine motivation.
-How to make a "soft pass" offer.
-What to do on your first appointment with a seller.
-How to negotiate the wholesale deal or a seller financed deal leaving the existing loan in place.
-How to get the contact signed.
-How to open escrow.
-How to market the property for a quick sale.
-How to negotiate with the buyer to get the highest price possible.
-How to close the deal and get your first check.
-How to scale your business.
-How to wholesale house using the 4 hour work week methodology.

The book is your guide and the podcast episodes are your how to and motivation.

Start there FIRST and if you like what you hear and read then you'll love the Flip2Freedom Academy. With now hundred's of members all over the US and thousands of meaty comments it's really a tight nit community and we'd love to have you.

If you want to see what others have done, go to YouTube and search Flip2Freedom and you'll see a ton of REAL success stories.

@Joe C. Thanks for the nice comments.

If you need anything please let me know!

Cheers :)

Sean

I know this is beginning to be a cliche, but there is probably nothing that you will learn from that course that you can't learn on this forum for free. Most courses a really only designed for people who have zero education or experience in real estate.

I have found that once you have a firm grasp of the basics, the only way you are going to become an expert is to get out there and do it.

"One can ask the same question of a several successful investors and get a different answer from each, all good answers. All you will come away with is an uncertainly..."

This has been the case for me personally. Not just from this website but other sites and programs I've purchased in the past. And I think the major hurdle from learning curve to action to results is a different experience for everyone. In my case, an ignorant real estate deal got me in trouble when I was younger. It complicates things but at some point I'll have to go for it and put the past aside. Websites like BP have brought me closer to that goal.

I appreciate everyone's comments and advice. It it a tremendous help!

Joshua,

Congrats on your happy little girl...

I personally think this site has great content and some outstanding contributors... The point to my comment is that when comparing equally a quality trainer and a quality forum IMHO the trainer will trump the forum.

The knowledge base of the forum is so vast that without specific direction from a quality trainer an investor will be a little lost and may take the wrong direction to accomplish their personal goals. And although this site is a great resource for new and seasoned investors one cant hear it, mastermind with it or have it guide them in-depth.

With that said it certainly is an outstanding contributor.

I am certain I am not alone with my thanks to you for building a place we can come visit and learn.

I'm the BP'er that recommended Flip2Freedom to Todd (yes Sean, I do take checks hehe)so I'll chime in.

While I have not yet completed a wholesale deal, I know without a doubt that it will happen soon and I also know without a doubt that I will have Sean Terry to thank for it. (along with people like Ryan W,Michael Q,Eric M,J Scott,Jon H, etc from BP you guys rule)

First, I will say that I'm 100% satisfied with Flip2Freedom. Yes, it was a small expense, but I have no problem investing in my education.

Second, I will agree with Jon C and say that the private forums within the academy are underutilized. BUT, that's not Sean's fault. For those of us who use the forums and post questions....Sean always responds. That being said I'd like to see more forum activity.

The videos are AWESOME (especially that shirt!) But the best part about the academy in my opinion is the bi-weekly coaching calls. We can e-mail, post, or ask ANYTHING and Sean will spend as much time as needed explaining it.

Now....could I succeed with websites and books alone? Maybe..but I wouldn't have a fraction of the confidence I have now having joined Flip2Freedom. As Sean said....if the academy isn't for you, just the podcasts alone are incredible (my words)

I've read through every wholesaling post on BP, and aside from a handful of quality discussions that are very very good, most of the 105 pages can't touch the material that Sean provides for free in his podcasts.

As someone who's starting brand new, I felt that getting either a home study course like Eric M's, or joining a coaching program would be a perfect compliment to all the information from the interwebz. Sean provided me TONS of great content already, so I chose him and I'm happy I did. He's a great motivator and very likeable.

Sean, I'm sure you'll read this so let me say Thank You for everything. Someday when I'm as Baller as you, I hope to meet you and buy you a drink.

-Dave

I've been reading BP forums off and on for awhile now. It is a remarkable tool. I've listened to audio courses and read books by different gurus and learned something each time. Here is the bottom line in my opinion:

There is enough info online where a new investor DO NOT need a coach.

However, some do better and benefit having one. My personality would probably benefit having someone walk me through a few deals. In summary, having a coach is another resource just as BP or books and audio seminars. Pick your posion; it's all good! No need to defend either is how I see it.

Hey Todd,
I am currently a member of the F2F academy. I am VERY satisfied with what he offers. Sean has a passion for teaching and you can see that in every video and every post in the academy. I do love this site and it offers A LOT of value, BUT in my opinion the fastest way to learn is to have a mentor that is currently doing deals. Forums and other real estate investing sites have an overwhelming amount of information which ceases you from taking action. There is many different strategies that you can use as a wholesaler, and by the time you learn all these different techniques a lot of valuable time has passed with no action. Sean is huge on taking action! He lays out a step by step plan that shows you on what action you need to take, to get a check ASAP! I am here locally in phoenix with Sean and he is an absolute genius when it comes to wholesaling. He knows the in's and out's of the business. Anytime you get a new job they have training but majority of your questions will come up when you are actually doing the job and that is why Seans F2F Academy has been so valuable to me. He is ALWAYS there when I have a question. Once you understand the solid core of wholesaling, you can implement your own strategies. Hope this helps Todd.
Take Care,
Cory Smith

I have also invested in a program such as this. They pretty much help you out in the beginning and keep in touch with you but after a while they stop calling but you can always call them anytime for answers. With the program I receive daily FSBO listings in my area and a program that showd foreclosed or preforeclosure homes anywhere in the country.