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Michael Knaus
  • Orangeville, PA
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New to this forum, not RE investing but thrilled to learn more!

Michael Knaus
  • Orangeville, PA
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Hello everyone!

I just joined today. I am a full time real estate investor from Northeast PA. When I first started the business in 1998, I soaked up every bit of information I could get my hands on. I read books, I visited other forums and I networked like crazy. I went full time in 2005 and have been very successful in my opinion. I love what I do and have done almost 100 flips to date. 

Then, I became complacent. I stopped reading, stopped visiting forums and my networking has become borderline pathetic. I was on cruise control and quite honestly got a little over confident in my abilities and knowledge. I stopped sharpening my sword so to speak. Well it has gotten dull. I have been searching for ways to reignite my passion and even expand my business and knowledge. I also realize that over the years I have not reciprocated any of the knowledge that was shared with me as I was learning this business. I have learned many, many lessons the old fashioned way too. I got burned! I would love to share some of those experiences and even hope to learn from others. One thing is true. In this business you never stop learning. I am glad I stumbled across this forum and look forward to being a valued member. Thanks!

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