What books are you reading right now?

What books are you reading right now?

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Real Estate Broker · Cody, WY · Member since 2010 · 28k+ posts · 41k+ votes

I personally try to alternate between real estate/business books and then something more "entertaining" like a fictional novel or biography. I'm down to my last few books on the shelf and am looking for fresh ideas for 2020!

I'm currently reading "Evicted - Poverty and Profit In The American City" by Matthew Desmond. The author follows eight families in Milwaukee, as well as some Landlords, to give a detailed look at the problems facing renters. It was written right before the housing crisis and is very timely. My big take-away: I'm not surprised these people are trapped in poverty because they continue to make the same bad decisions without ever stopping to think they could have a better life by making a few hard choices. I was surprised to see how the Landlords could be so hard...then generous...then inept. 

The second book I'm reading is "Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy" by Eric Metaxas. This is about a young, Christian pastor that stood up to Hitler from the very beginning and lost his life for it. Very interesting and Metaxas is a great author.

The next one I'm starting is "Never Lose a Customer Again: Turn Any Sale Into Lifelong Loyalty in 100 Days" by Joseph John Coleman. I haven't started it yet but it's all about building that customer experience that develops into customer loyalty. I'm looking forward to it!

So, what are you reading right now?

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Rental Property Investor · Erie, PA · Member since 2018 · 6k+ posts · 9k+ votes
6y

I sit on the couch and watch Dancing with the stars reruns while I drink Pabst till I drift into unconsciousness

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  • Rental Property Investor · Cleveland, OH (cleveland oh) · Member since 2019 · 4 posts · 1 vote
    6y

    currently: Set For Life

    last book: the BRRRR book

  • Multifamily Syndicator · Houston, TX · Member since 2016 · 1k+ posts · 2k+ votes
    6y

    Personally, I usually break down my reading into 2 categories: 

    1. Psychology (I don't like the word: Self Help) books

    2. Business/Real Estate books

    Best psychology book I've read hands down is The Happiness Hypothesis by Jonathan Haidt and another one I like is the Slight Edge (a lot of Jim Rohn's principles). 

    I am currently reading GRIT, the power of passion and perseverance by Angela Duckworth. 

    On the Real Estate/Business front, I am reading Ninja Selling by Larry Kendall. Fantastic book! 💯💯

  • Real Estate Agent · Portland, OR · Member since 2019 · 28 posts · 20 votes
    6y

    @Fitzroy Harvey

    Thanks, good to know! Maybe I will pick the book back up when I am in a different mood.

  • Cory JakobsenPro Member
    Longmont, CO · Member since 2019 · 1 post · 1 vote
    6y

    Lifeonaire

  • Real Estate Agent · Portland, OR · Member since 2019 · 28 posts · 20 votes
    6y

    @Matthew Auletta

    Thanks for the recommendations! Set for Life was definitely on my list.

  • Real Estate Agent · Portland, OR · Member since 2019 · 28 posts · 20 votes
    6y

    @James Cox

    Thanks for the tip, it sounds like audiobook is the way to go on that one!

  • Sean CanadaPro Member
    Member since 2019 · 11 posts · 6 votes
    6y

    @Nathan G. I love the Bonhoffer book! Read ot when it came out and I am still pulling thoughts and ideas from his life and experiences.

  • Rental Property Investor · Phoenix, AZ · Member since 2015 · 222 posts · 126 votes
    6y

    @Nathan G. Listening to the audiobook Scale, by David Finkel. A lot I already knew and understood, but there are little nuggets hidden everywhere and it reaffirms what I'm doing right and what I need to change.

  • Rental Property Investor · Fond du Lac, WI · Member since 2019 · 7 posts · 3 votes
    6y

    REI books, I am currently cruising through Finding and Funding Great Deals as there is some really great content in there. Next on the list, Landlording on Autopilot and Multi-Family Millions.

    Business book(s), I just finished the 4-Hour Workweek.

    Thanks for all the recommendations. Happy New Year!

  • Chicago, IL · Member since 2019 · 4 posts · 1 vote
    6y

    @Nathan G.

    Becoming Super Natural by Dr. Joe Dispenza.

  • Rental Property Investor · Marysville Wa · Member since 2017 · 28 posts · 6 votes
    6y

    @Bjorn Ahlblad

    That is an awesome book!! I Freakn love Steve

  • Real Estate Agent · Los Angeles · Member since 2018 · 80 posts · 75 votes
    6y

    "Outliers" The Story of Success by Malcolm Gladwell. I'm on chapter 7 and am learning new things with every page read. So far, my best takeaway is that it takes about 10,000 hours to be extraordinary at something which every person has the ability to do.

  • Rental Property Investor · Honolulu, HAWAII (HI) · Member since 2011 · 4k+ posts · 2k+ votes
    6y

    Books – In this order
    1) Rich Dad Poor Dad
    2) Millionaire Real Estate Investor
    3) Cashflow Quadrant
    4) Equity Happens

    Business Books
    1) 4-hour workweek
    2) E-Myth
    3) Think And Grow Rich (read this again and again, all the Gurus such as Tony Robbins and Jim Rohn regurgitate ideas in this book)

    It’s important to note that reading anymore is just overkill. Don’t be that ‘Shelf’-help guy or use the crux “oh I need to read and get more educated”. You need to step up and take action how many freaking books are you going to read? Many Fortune-500 Human Resources departments use the theory of 70-20-10 in developing employees which apply here. 70% is learned by doing, 20% learned from peers, and 10% is academic/book/classroom training.

  • Wholesaler · Colorado Springs, CO · Member since 2019 · 39 posts · 24 votes
    6y

    @Mike Dymski “Principles” is a great book and should be read by every man and woman investor and non investor alike!

    Andrew

  • Wholesaler · Colorado Springs, CO · Member since 2019 · 39 posts · 24 votes
    6y

    @Nathan G. Every BiggerPockets book ;)

  • Kingsland, TX · Member since 2018 · 164 posts · 86 votes
    6y

    I'm reading Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion by Robert B. Cialdini, PhD

  • High Point, NC · Member since 2016 · 1 post · 2 votes
    6y

    @Bill F. Evicted is an amazing book. It shows the hard reality on all sides. It has sparked some new initiatives across the country. I think it is an important read for all landlords, particularly those that make their money in low-income housing.

  • Irvine, CA · Member since 2017 · 45 posts · 4 votes
    6y

    The Go-Giver by Bob Burg and John David Mann. Definitely great principles for business and life.

  • Investor · North Central Montana · Member since 2018 · 40 posts · 17 votes
    6y

    Currently re-reading Rich Dad Poor Dad, and Miracle Morning for my "study reading" and Charlie Wilson's War for fun.  

  • Rental Property Investor · Atlanta, GA · Member since 2019 · 7 posts · 2 votes
    6y

    The POWER of your Subconscious MIND:UNLOCK YOUR MASTER KEY TO SUCESS BY Joseph Murphy

  • Cedar City, UT · Member since 2014 · 114 posts · 30 votes
    6y
    Audible: What Your CPA Isn't Telling You Mark J Kohler
  • Rental Property Investor · Collingswood, NJ · Member since 2016 · 282 posts · 116 votes
    6y

    Currently I’m reading Vivid Vision and Talking to Strangers. I highly recommend both!

  • Rental Property Investor · Washington, DC · Member since 2018 · 3 posts · 2 votes
    6y

    Atomic Habits by James Clear.....Wow!

  • New to Real Estate · Indianapolis, IN · Member since 2019 · 13 posts · 14 votes
    6y

    @Nathan G.

    I'm loving this thread, its giving me alot of ideas for books to read!

    I'm currently reading:

    - "How to Invest in Real Estate: The Ultimate Beginners Guide"

    By:: Brandon Turner & Joshua Dorkin

    - "What They Don't Teach You In Cosmetology School"

    By:: Marquetta Breslin

  • Ryan LubyPro Member
    Rental Property Investor · CT · Member since 2016 · 258 posts · 227 votes
    6y

    Principles: Ray Dalio

    Thinking in Bets: Annie Duke (audio)

    The Millionaire Real Estate Investor: Gary Keller, Jay Papasan (audio)

    Atomic Habits: James Clear

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