In Need of Serious Guidance
I just moved to the Atlanta area, from Meridian,Ms., in search of better opportunites for me and my family. I am single, never married, and currently living with my older brother until I get on my own two feet again. I am also a Navy veteran, which would make me a proud supporter of our country's leader (Obama). I am very open minded to all responses good or bad, happy or sad. Around six months ago, I purchased Dean's book " Think A Little Different", which I've since had the chance to review the materials and read the book 3+ times, and I just don't get. I've tried some of the things he spoke of in the book, and unfortunately I'm still broke with zero success rate. I really need help from anyone and everyone who wouldn't mind helping out a fellow Americian. Thanks In Advance.
Comments (6)
Jimmy, Hey I am there with you! FOrget the gurus-they will only take your money. THis is the best place, also try REItips.com, JP is great there, with FREE forms. Get Ron Legrands new book, just released. Join the REIA group-google it. Hope it helps. Lets race to get our first deal! ??
Susan McCormick, over 15 years ago
Hey Jimmy, I too live in the Atlanta area and welcome to the forum. As Josh stated you are defiantly in the right place to receive help also as he mentioned get on the forum and get involved. Finding this place has really helped me. I have learned sooo much and have started creating some good relationships. So get involved and stay involved. Believe me it will pay off.
Ty Hines, almost 16 years ago
I love the post.. I'm in a similar situation actually. I read Deans books "Real Estate Millionaire" and "Profit Now from Real Estate" I too am new to real estate but all I can tell you is make sure you talk to Real Estate Agents and get to truly understand your local market. Be ready to change your strategies as new information becomes available.
Jim F., almost 16 years ago
Jimmy - Start a new thread in the Deal Analysis forum and throw your question up there. You'll be sure to get a better response by posting your questions on the forums. Good luck!
Joshua Dorkin, almost 16 years ago
Thanks for the response to my blog. The information you directed me to was very helpful and gave me a better understanding of real estate investing, in fact I've found my first property to invest in. It is in Macon,Ga and it is a 4Bdrm/3Bath home, which needs minor work, and the owner is very desperate to get out from under the house. Their are tenants living in the property, who pay rent to the owner, and the owner still owes money to the bank for the house. What would be the best way, if any, I could help out all parties and put some cash in my pockets....? Thanks in advance
Jimmy Doss, almost 16 years ago
Hey Jimmy and welcome to the site. Where are you in terms of areas of interest for real estate? You say you read this book a few times . . . if that wasn't helpful in getting you moving, it is now time to expand your resource base. You're in the right place to do that. Jump on our forums, the BiggerPockets blog, and our article directory and start reading. You're going to get more information from these sources than you could with many books, courses, etc combined. Once you've got some questions, go to the forums and ask away. There are NO stupid questions. We'll do our best to help you out, and hopefully, help motivate you along the way! So . . . pick your head up, start reading, and lets get you on the path to being successful! Welcome to BiggerPockets!
Joshua Dorkin, almost 16 years ago