Real estate investing has truly changed my life, not only my financial life, but also how I spend my time. I firmly believe that ownership and control of our time is the ultimate goal and that money is just the tool that we can use to get there; money is not the actual goal. I often say, “Rich people sell their time and wealthy people own their time.” As a real estate investor, broker, coach, and teacher, I have a passion for sharing my experience and knowledge, but doing so in a realistic way and helping others get on a path that is truly achievable.
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Plug the Holes, Fill the Barrel: A Beginners Guide to Building Wealth with Real Estate
This book is one of my favorites simply because of the down to earth style Terrie portrays in her writing and business, yet she is extremely productive in her investing career.
Terrie is very clear that her book is not a get rich quick or instant wealth playbook, but rather she takes you on the proper journey to building wealth with real estate rentals.
One of the unique things about Terrie’s book is that she dives deeper than just the surface level investing and helps you get into your investing mindset and establish a solid foundation for you to build upon, not only from an investing standpoint, but also from a standpoint of how you operate your business and the relationships you build.
In this groundbreaking book, Terrie Schauer argues that investing in real estate can be a way to generate income without spending most of your waking hours trapped in the hamster wheel. But for this to turn into a reality, you need to become a mindful landlord. Mindfulness primer, compelling mythbuster, and practical step-by-step guide all in one, this book leaves no stones unturned.
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The real estate coaching industry is a noisy place. Gurus, agents, and coaches compete to sell their brand of get-rich-quick training. It's a climate that encourages new investors to take big risks, leverage to the…
My favorite part about Casey’s book is that it is a straightforward, easy to read, playbook that goes in order through 15 steps that are easy to understand and implement after you purchase your property.
Many books focus on how to purchase real estate, but fewer give you guidance on how to manage after you own the asset. From establishing your mindset and motivation to how to manage your repairs and create advantageous tax strategies, Casey gives you manageable doses of powerful information.
Of his 15 steps, many provide truly valuable information, but one of my favorites is titled “Be the Landlord you would love to rent from” because I feel that is a topic that is often overlooked by investors and yet can help increase your bottom line the most.
Land is its own unique asset class with its own set of challenges, but Cheryl has put together a very easy to read and understand path to learning the basics of land ownership.
While the book is a quick read and doesn’t get too deep, it is a great starter resource for anyone who is considering the purchasing of land. I also like how Cheryl’s writing style is straightforward and concise, with not much fluff or filler.
This book can serve as a great base and jumping off point if you’re looking to dive deeper into this unique, but profitable asset class.
Buying and selling land can be a complicated endeavor. There are dozens of details that must be researched with many choices to make prior to closing on a transaction. Failing to properly perform due diligence can mean leaving money on the table, or worse: buying a property that cannot be used.
This book provides the necessary information for becoming successful in maneuvering through this thing we call "land." Learn what you need to know and where to find the information. Over time, this will become your go-to and carry-with-you reference for land transactions.
If you’re eager to invest in property, but don’t know where to start. Discover the first steps to creating a prosperous and secure financial future.
Voted #1 Best Single-Family Real Estate Investing Book by the American Apartment Owners Association in February 2023,Plug the Holes, Fill the Barrel: A Beginners Guide to Building Wealth with Real Estateis a comprehensive resource for anyone looking to flourish and grow by investing in bricks and mortar. Aimed directly at the novice investor, Kogok takes you by the hand and explains in easy-to-understand language how the industry works, the key financial decisions you’ll want to have clarity about, and longer-term management techniques that will protect your money. You’ll soon be scanning the sales sites and opening the first chapter in your property portfolio.
