What is one insight real estate has taught you that transformed your mindset?

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What is one insight real estate has taught you that transformed your mindset?

Eshe Harvey
Developer · Chicago · Member since 2025 · 111 posts · 103 votes

What insight or moment in your journey shifted the way you think, work, or approach real estate? 

Feel free to share a gem - and follow if you are aligned with growth, long-term vision, and impact. I am here to learn, build, and connect with those who move with purpose. All perspectives are welcomed! 

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  • Nathan GesnerBusiness Member
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    Real Estate Broker · Cody, WY · Member since 2010 · 28k+ posts · 41k+ votes
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    Quote from @Eshe Harvey:

    Money can't buy happiness, but you'll be more comfortable crying in a Mercedes.

    Seriously, money doesn't fix your problems. In fact, it may increase the troubles you already have. We had a local investor murder his wife during an argument over money, even though his properties were easily worth $20 million. He could have split it in half and walked away, but money wasn't the problem and it didn't solve the problem.

    It's important to keep a healthy perspective. Money is like a magnifying glass. It can increase the good or the bad.


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    • Eshe Harvey
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      Developer · Chicago · Member since 2025 · 111 posts · 103 votes
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      Quote from @Nathan Gesner:
      Quote from @Eshe Harvey:

      Wow, that really hit me. You are absolutely right, money does not fix problems, it really magnifies what is already there. That story is tragic, but it is also a reminder that mindset, emotional control, and healing are just as important as financial growth. Thank you for sharing that - definitely gave me something to sit with. 

      Money can't buy happiness, but you'll be more comfortable crying in a Mercedes.

      Seriously, money doesn't fix your problems. In fact, it may increase the troubles you already have. We had a local investor murder his wife during an argument over money, even though his properties were easily worth $20 million. He could have split it in half and walked away, but money wasn't the problem and it didn't solve the problem.

      It's important to keep a healthy perspective. Money is like a magnifying glass. It can increase the good or the bad.



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  • Michael K GallagherBusiness Member
    Real Estate Agent · Columbus OH · Member since 2018 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
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    @Eshe Harvey oh man great question.  I think the biggest change in me personally and mentally is the realization that you can take control of things and impact your situation more than you think generally or more than the normal person is educated on.  Once I realized a "Nice secure w2" isn't all that secure especially in this country these days then I was really able to flip things around and gain some confidence myself.  

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    • Eshe Harvey
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      Developer · Chicago · Member since 2025 · 111 posts · 103 votes
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      Quote from @Michael K Gallagher:

      @Eshe Harvey oh man great question.  I think the biggest change in me personally and mentally is the realization that you can take control of things and impact your situation more than you think generally or more than the normal person is educated on.  Once I realized a "Nice secure w2" isn't all that secure especially in this country these days then I was really able to flip things around and gain some confidence myself.  


       You hit the nail on the head. That realization about W2 jobs not being as secure as we were taught - it really wakes you up. Once you learn how to build your own path and take control through things like real estate, the confidence hits different. I am right there with you-appreciate you sharing your perspective!

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