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Unlocking Wealth: The Basics of Real Estate Investing

December 8, 2023 | Real Estate Investing |

This article provides a comprehensive guide to real estate investing, focusing on key concepts and strategies for both experienced and...

Building a Greener Future: ESG Investments Reshaping Real Estate

November 10, 2023 |

ESG factors are transforming real estate investment, leading to a growing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly properties. This article...

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Co-living and Co-working Spaces: An Investor’s Paradise in the New Normal

October 30, 2023 | Economy,Real Estate Investing |

The changing world has led to a revolution in the real estate industry, with investors increasingly focusing on the thriving co-living and...

Real Estate Investing

Navigating the Short-Term Rental Landscape: Investors Embrace Opportunity Amid Regulatory Changes

October 25, 2023 | Real Estate Investing |

We examine the long-lasting appeal of short-term rentals for investors in this essay while also highlighting the difficulties brought on by...

Real Estate Investing

Tech-Enabled Investment: Revolutionizing Real Estate Investing

October 16, 2023 | Real Estate Investing |

In this article, we will explore how technology is revolutionizing real estate investing and why it's an exciting opportunity for both...

Real Estate Investing

Unlocking the Future: The Resilience and Promise of Affordable Housing Investments

October 9, 2023 | Real Estate Investing |

In this essay, we examine the dynamics of this investment trend, as well as the factors that have contributed to its popularity and the...

Multi-Family Commercial Real Estate Strategy Brick and Mortar Academy

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Multi-Family Housing in CRE

June 30, 2023 | Real Estate Investing |

Multi-Family Properties in Commercial Real Estate: Investing in Residential Income-Generating Assets Introduction Multi-family properties...

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Special Purpose Properties in CRE

June 28, 2023 | Real Estate Investing |

Special Purpose Properties in Commercial Real Estate: Unique Assets with Specific Functions Introduction Special purpose properties are a...

Buy and Hold Real Estate Strategy - Brick and Mortar Academy

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The Buy and Hold CRE Strategy

June 26, 2023 | Real Estate Investing |

The Buy and Hold Commercial Real Estate Strategy: Building Wealth through Long-Term Ownership Introduction The buy and hold commercial real...

Value Add Real Estate Strategy - Brick and Mortar Academy

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The Value-Add CRE Strategy

June 24, 2023 | Real Estate Investing |

The Value Add Commercial Real Estate Strategy: Maximizing Potential and Returns Introduction The value add commercial real estate strategy...

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Have you found yourself wanting to get into real estate but not knowing where to start?

There are so many products and classes out there. If you don't have any formal training, it can be daunting. You have a passion for helping others and for doing deals, but don't know where to go from here.

That's ok! Everyone starts somewhere, and there's lots to learn even for experienced pros. In fact, the people who make this a full time gig are constantly learning, seeking out new strategies and comparing notes with other operators.

If you are brand new to real estate, I have good news. There are a variety of resources on this site that can take you to the next level.

The reality is that education breeds success. The people who do deals know what they are doing - or at least have carved out a niche and become an expert in that space. That's the key: becoming a subject matter expert to whom everyone turns. You don't need to be the real estate guru in all things real estate. Pick an area that you enjoy and learn everything you can about that area. Once you are fully proficient and have some revenue stream coming in, pick another area and add it to your tool belt.

When I started in 2006, the market was peaking, and it wouldn't be long before it started to slide into recession. No one had heard of short sales before, and few people had any expertise. People were getting stuck with ARMs with interest rate resets that they couldn't afford. Property values were beginning to slide, and people didn't know what to do. Enter me.

The short sale market took off, and I quickly became the go-to person. Real estate agents were calling me up in droves begging me to help with their transactions so they could survive. I would do 1-2 marketing events and would have 30 new deals in days. Pretty soon I wasn't marketing at all, and had to hire 3 more staff. You see? That's how it works.

You too can develop your own niche and expertise. Whether you are a real estate agent, a wholesaler or a rehabber, or perhaps some combination, we have something here for you. You NEED TO POSITION YOURSELF for success! Don't get caught not knowing what to do when someone calls. Imagine a potential client or seller asking a question and you bumbling around for an answer....any answer! That would be humiliating, and almost certainly kill your deal. People can smell incompetence a mile away. Get yourself up to speed on the marketing, legal and business techniques that will set you apart from the competition today!

What are you waiting for?

The biggest hindrance to taking action is usually fear: fear of the unknown, fear of failure, fear of social disapproval if you look bad. Let's just take all of that off the table. If you want to be successful and take your business to the next level, even if that is level 1 (!), you have to take a step forward. It can be a baby step, but it is some sort of action. And it requires a bit of risk....but risk is just another word for uncertain outcome. It doesn't need to trigger fear. You take a step forward, see what happens, and then take another step - even if it is in a slightly different direction. That's how life works: we are constantly doing things, adjusting, and making another move.

There is no reason to believe that you can't do this. In fact, let's just proclaim it! Repeat after me: "I can do this!" "I want to do this!" "I AM GOING TO DO THIS!" (3x works even better for stomping out the fear.) Take back some control in your life and make a decision today that things will be different.

Your tomorrow awaits you, and it sure looks bright from here.

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