I quit my job today

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I quit my job today

Glenn McCrorey
Investor · Cedar Rapids, IA · Member since 2013 · 494 posts · 407 votes

BP brothers and sisters,  I quit the last job I will ever have today to focus on RE investing.  In 2003, while working in corporate America someone suggested Rich Dad Poor Dad to me. Eleven years and 28 properties later I'm finished with the rat race; I'm 50.  I wanted to share this with the BP community because none of my working friends want to hear it.   

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Nick McCrorey
Milwaukee, WI · Member since 2014 · 3 posts · 15 votes
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Congrats Dad!  

Agree with @Chris Simmons  You should expand on the story.  It's been inspiring to watch and I'm sure others would appreciate it as well.  

@Brandon Turner, although I am admittedly biased, I have been wanting to nominate my dad as a podcast candidate for some time.  I can't think of a better 50th birthday and retirement present.  Hilarious, down to earth, and sharp guy with a great story and unusual business model! 

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  • Tyrone Green
    Professional · Boise, ID · Member since 2014 · 88 posts · 29 votes
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    You truly are an inspiration to us all. This is the kind of confirmation that hard work can absolutely pay off. 

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  • Ed G.
    Real Estate Investor · Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2013 · 6 posts · 1 vote
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    Congratulations!!! You are truly an inspiration to us all!! Wishing you many more success!!

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  • Edward A.
    Real Estate Agent · Mount Airy, MD · Member since 2014 · 34 posts · 4 votes
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    Congrats - nice going!

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  • Glenn McCrorey
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    Investor · Cedar Rapids, IA · Member since 2013 · 494 posts · 407 votes
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    Thank @Thom H.  and everyone else.  Someone told me when I was starting out that RE wasn't a get rich quick kinda' deal.... it's a get rich very slowly deal.  I'm not rich but neither are my "former" co-workers.  I can' believe the response from everyone.  It means a lot to me.  Thanks again.

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  • William Majors
    Round Rock, TX · Member since 2014 · 3 posts · 1 vote
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    WOW!

    My goal is also to retire at 50 as well.

    Your post serves as motivation to all.

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  • Jeff Pollack
    Real Estate Investor · Redwood City, CA · Member since 2012 · 272 posts · 399 votes
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    Bravo @glenn Mccrorey! Congrats on having the cajones to cut the chord.  I was <ahem> "helped" out of my day job two years ago.  Best thing that ever happened to me.  

    Cheers,

    Jeff 

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  • Wendell De Guzman
    Investor · Chicago, IL · Member since 2013 · 2k+ posts · 1k+ votes
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    Glenn, congratulations! Agree with @Jeff Pollack on having the guts to leave the security of a JOB. I took too much time to leave when I could have done so several years ago. I would be a lot better off had I left my job sooner and did real estate investing full time.

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  • Visal Nip
    Landlord · Long Beach, CA · Member since 2013 · 17 posts · 1 vote
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    You should get on podcast. Would be excited to listen to your story.
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  • Robert Blanchard
    Littleton, CO · Member since 2014 · 195 posts · 72 votes
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    Congratulations!  I am always glad to hear when RE investing has allowed another person to quit their job.   I have some relatives that will never leave the safety net of a job  or even invest in RE due to the not thinking outside of the box (or cubicle).

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  • Craig Hazlewood
    Investor · Loganville, GA · Member since 2011 · 1 post · 0 votes
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    Congrats!!!  See you at the top

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  • Senad Salihovic
    Louisville, KY · Member since 2014 · 34 posts · 0 votes
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    Congrats,:)

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  • Account Closed
    Rental Property Investor · Vancouver, WA · Member since 2014 · 308 posts · 144 votes
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    You jerk!  You're right where I want to be!  I'm super jealous!  HA!  Seriously though, Congratulations!!  I have the exact goal you're now doing.  Being financially able to not worry about a job.  Although, I'll likely keep working just because it keeps me busy and I like the place I work at. :)

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  • Todd ChartierPro Member
    Real Estate Investor · Willis, MI · Member since 2014 · 14 posts · 2 votes
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    Congrats sir
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  • Erich Berry
    Real Estate Investor · Redondo Beach, CA · Member since 2014 · 16 posts · 4 votes
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    Good move and congrats!

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  • Adam Moehn
    Investor · Cedar Rapids, IA · Member since 2009 · 143 posts · 29 votes
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    Congrats Glenn!!

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  • Mike Watts
    Investor · Rosharon, TX · Member since 2014 · 16 posts · 3 votes
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    Freeeeeeedom!!!! Save wisely and work hard then reap the rewards. Congratulations on a great financial life achievement!
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  • Jerry M.
    Investor · Smithfield, NC · Member since 2014 · 69 posts · 8 votes
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    Sweet Congrats

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  • Chai Sag
    West Orange, NJ · Member since 2013 · 102 posts · 13 votes
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    Congratulations!!!!!

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  • Carl McKenzie
    Marcus Hook, PA · Member since 2014 · 40 posts · 9 votes
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    Hi Glenn McCrorey , Congratulations!! Great to hear that you reached a goal. I'm sure this is not the end for you. I too hope to quit my job and move forward into The business of Real Estate Best of luck on your future endeavors!
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    Real Estate Broker · Chicago, IL · Member since 2013 · 6k+ posts · 5k+ votes
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    Congrats!

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  • Andy Mirza
    Lender · Ladera Ranch, CA · Member since 2014 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
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    Congrats, man! Oh, how I wish I could say the same for me! It'll take me longer to get there than I've wanted but I'll get there! Really, good for you. I can't wait to join you....

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  • Jason M.
    Real Estate Investor · Minneapolis, MN · Member since 2012 · 47 posts · 26 votes
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    This is an awesome and inspiring story. Congrats.
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  • Anthony Armstrong
    Involved In Real Estate · Mc Kinney, TX · Member since 2014 · 48 posts · 8 votes
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    @Glenn McCrorey Congrats!!!

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  • Brent Mattison
    Homeowner · Chicago Heights, IL · Member since 2014 · 105 posts · 8 votes
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    Congratulations from an Iowa native.(Grew up in Lisbon/Mt Vernon). Glad to hear you reached your goal. I'm looking for my first property now, and seeing your post is inspirational. Thanks for sharing. 

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  • John Mitchell
    Homeowner · Raleigh, NC · Member since 2014 · 5 posts · 4 votes
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    Man I hope you are popping bottles. This might be the best news I've heard all day. Congratulations to you my friend!

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