Rina's DAILY JOURNAL: Chapter One - The Beginning

Hello and Good Morning to you!

Thanks for your thoughts and inspiration to me. It is wonderful to learn more and more! I will call you in regards to your post. I might have something for you already. Happy birthday again!

Talk to you later,
hillvalley

I think we need to test you along with the ball players,You never slow down lol. j/k

good luck on your big (secret) project.I know you will make it a success.
sounds like you need more houses to rent too. ya gonna have go buy another to add to your renter props, Those people need a home!!
Bass fishing hummmm is that salt water or fresh water?
good luck Rina
Richie.

Hello, I'm sorry to bother you, I just have a quick question (kind of). I am going to make an offer tomorrow to hopefully lock a house up under contract then offer it to an investor Wednesday at our investors meeting. I have a realtor and so does the owner of the house I will be making an offer on. To do an assignment do I need my own contract or do I use my realtors contract and put the and/or assigns next to my name and write in an exit clause (i.e. pending partner's approval)? Also, if it is accepted and my investor also accepts then what next? There are other contracts that have to be signed, right? Do I go to closing and will my realtor still be involved once my investor accepts? This is my first offer, I'm a little nervous that I will do something wrong in the paperwork department. I have read the book and watched the Edge seminar and am very excited and if the offer is accepted I know my investor will jump on it. Thank you for your time, I really appreciate it. -Amanda

Anybody want to ParTEE with me and Laura tonight?? She on the Jersey Shore, and me up here, both boogyin’ around our living rooms. Lol. Even got my husband boogyin’, (well, more like me aROUND him .lol)
Click this first, then join us.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DeuqQ1aipTY&feature=related

Yeah, life is good. After a fourth meeting with FSBO today, we’re just working out the details on a great deal. TWO SFRs for $70K, short-term owner-finance til I can refi with my dream program at our local bank. And get this, I’ll collect $700 month on EACH for rent, plus utilities.

Owners are great people. Investors themselves, getting rid of their last two so they can move to their newly-purchased house in FL. We’ve spent hours sharing landlord stories and insight. We both know I’m getting a great deal, but they are being very generous. They just want to get going and be happy with who they sold their properties to. (We’ll probably stay in touch)
All from a teeny little sign in the window of the first house.

Another elderly friend of the family is just about set to do owner-finance on her very nice home. She’ll be moving to her sister’s. Had the appt with the RE attorney set up for yesterday, but then she said she needed a couple more months to take care of things. I told her no problem. Whenever she wants to move ahead, I’ll be there. (Or for anything else she needs for that matter).

Almost done with my current refi, and in the middle of a good sale. I’ll finally get the lien off the THREE properties the bank used for the loan last year for ONE property. (I never would have agreed to that, but it was my final deal for getting my coaching refund back at the time).

Got my renewed computer back today. YAY!!

Will be back later. Gotta run to the neighbors'.

Congratulations on another great deal!!

Hi Rina,

I've been reading your journal and was excited because we had an appointment tonight to discuss the Success Academy and got stood up!!

Well - the good news is that I found someone on-line that will meet with me and help us get a DG family REI group started in the Sacramento area. He has already joined the Academy and is getting ready to make his first offers. We are still reading and getting excited but have a long way to go before we make our first offer.

Keep writing - you are such an inspiration. I can't believe what you have accomplished since April of last year!!

Congratulations!!

Dee

Those deals seem to say "come and get me." Another great fine with more income potential. Rina, Lubertha and I are so proud of you and the accomplishments you have achieved. We pray that God will continue to bless you bountifully.

Sandra and Lubertha

Congratulations on your recent deals. This must be so exciting. Sometimes you never know when the next opportunity may come from or lead to. These sound like they will be nice rentals and cash flow nicely each month. What a great find. Keep up the good work and continued success. Believe and Achieve! - Joe & Stacey

Hey Rina.... Yet another awesome post of some success stories. And look how easy you make it seem. I can't wait to get there! I think you are one heck of a good example of the "Law of Attraction" becuase it seems like the deals are finding you at this point!! lol

Now you can't beat that!

Have a good Wednesday girl!

WOW.... All I can say is WOW! You leave me speechless (and that's not easy!)

Luv ya Sis!

Dawn

You are amazin, Its really wild how things come to you, but I guess in a way you are really going out and making it happen and the situations are just a result of that. congrats and keep going! I could not be happier for a friend.
Hope to join you soon in the success dept.
Richie.

You're right! It really is amazing what "comes to you" when you keep your eyes and ears open and run down every lead. Yeah, it's a lot of work, but PAYS OFF in the long run! Woohoo! And it gets to be like second nature, the more you do. For me, it was just getting past the fear of trying things I hadn't before (that includes approaching people, and forcing myself to think outside the box. Not always easy for some of us!) That's where all YOU guys come in. SUPPORT!!! DG fam is THE BEST at that!

YES, I hope to hear of YOUR big success SOON, too! You have really put in your time. It's close, I KNOW it!

your friend, always,

Rina

P.S. It was freshwater bass fishing, inland lake. Check out my pictures on Facebook. We did fantastic!!! We kept a lot, but my hand actually ached from all the catch & release too. It was SOOOO fun!

Hey, sis! Thanks for all your continued support and encouragement. Isn't it the best feeling to be able to share successes and get others motivated to get out there and RECEIVE THEIR BLESSINGS??
You and Lubertha are one of the most inspirational duos on the site, and I thank you. I'm so excited for you and appreciate all you do!

God bless you both!!!!!

Rina

Yes, that was fun going to the sheriff's sale together last week. (I love how you have done your homework and jumped right into this!)
And thanks for letting me sic you on the bank rep afterwards with our questions!! Gotta love your connections!! And your spirit!!!! haha

Hope you're having a great time on your trip, and thanks for the property leads!! Let's check'em out together when you get back. They're pretty good spots. Can't wait to pay out my first bird-dog fee!

Happy researching!!

Love ya,

Rina

Oh, man. I'm sorry I missed your post when time was of the essence! How did everything go??

Once your investor signs the assignment contract, I would probably ask for the fee up-front and then you are no longer in the picture. Your investor just takes your place, and your realtor continues on as them as the buyer. Just make sure your realtor understands and is good to go ahead of time. Let us know how it worked out for you, with your offer. If you have any other questions, please feel free to ask. I will try to be more diligent in responding!

God bless and I wish you ALL the best,

Rina

Thank you for the congrats!! To me every deal is as exciting as the first! There's always some little twist that makes it unique. I LOVE REI!!

Wishing you much success!

Rina

Hey! Thanks! I think about that every day, how blessed I've been. And how much FUN I've been having along the way! Dean sure opened a whole new world for me!

Sorry about the callback not coming through! Maybe you can call in and see what happened.

I am excited for you and your start in "the REI game". Congrats on finding a local "accountability partner". (Tell them thank-you from me. )
You are going to be SOO glad you made this decision. Can't wait to see you a year ahead from now. Make sure you track your progress. it is amazing to think back from time to time.

God bless,

Rina

Thank you so much for your continued support, contributions, and inspiration! It is so fun to read your journal and your threads, with all the RE activity and positive energy you guys have going on!!!!!!! I love your outlook on life!! Like Bomber said; The Law of Attraction!!
You guys are the best! Can't wait to meet you next month!

your DG sis,

Rina

It was nice talking with you the other day! You have some great opportunities to get that cash-flow coming in it sounds like. Let's brainstorm on how you can get past your hubby's concerns. Gently, gently. We women have powers and persistence no man can stand up to. HAHA.

Love ya, sis!

Rina

Can I call you that? I like it (or not.. let me know. )

Robert, You are a very wise man. I've been reading your posts, and I know you are going to do VERY well. GREAT outlook on life!

thanks for the input, and I wish you much success.

Rina

Hey Rina...

Sure, you can call me "bomber!" I kinda like it too... It all stems from my fantasy football team name which I have had for like 14 years. That eventually turned into "bombercpa" which I use quite a bit for usernames, logins, etc.

Maybe we should call you Mrs. Rina, "Bomber"! Becuase it is quite obvious, you are "Da Bomb!".

Wise??? Not so sure about that, but thank you for saying so. I hope I can just learn as much as I can and stay as active as possible. I think that is perhaps my biggest downfall. I have so much on my plate, that it's easy to have big ideas, but actually following thru is sometimes difficult.

I know you and this great DG family will keep me on the path!

Talk with ya later,

Bomber it is.
Yes, don't let this one fall by the wayside. It will most likely be your true path to financial freedom, No kidding. (assuming that is the goal! lol )
There are so many things a person can do in life, so many IMPORTANT things, I know. But once you get going, the beauty of REI is, it doesn't have to consume your time to bring you the results you need. Go at your own pace. Obviously some of us are more obsessed than others. lol. But Most important is the persistence and keeping a positive outlook. Even when things SEEM to be taking forever or not going exactly as planned, a person can CHOOSE to see the awesome outcome at the end, and I think that pulls us right into it!!! in fact, I see that happen over and over for people here. I love it!!

Good to have you here, Bomber. Look forward to some excellent stuff!

Rina

I was on my way to bed and just "stopped in" to the site for a second or two.....NOT. Couple hours later and I'm STILL reading posts and journals. But I must say, my friend, yours is always my favorite So full of life, energy, positivity (is that a real word?) love, support, amazing success stories, inspiration, etc. etc. etc.!!!!! People always come into our lives for a reason and yours is to share all of these gifts with us. Congrats on your latest deal...you continue to astound me and make me hungrier than ever to find some like that for myself! Thanks for the motivation sister. Much love! PS - I'm still dancing round my living room

Wish you could just stop by that quick in real life! The e-mails yesterday made me miss you so much!
Thanks for the blessing that you are, and the kind words, as always.
It's so exciting to watch your project coming to the end, the pot of gold! lol I know you'll be right on to the next. Maybe one more and you can retire as a full-time REI?? And just travel around to check on your properties! Wouldn't that be awesome if we just invested together and flew somewhere new every month?? Talk about a team!! I love your adventurous spirit!

Looking back, I don't think we are the same two people we were last year, do you? I think Dean has created a metamorphosis machine here.

Love ya,

Rina

OK, here's a plea to anyone reading in the Twin Cities. I really want to start a REI Club up here (Superior/Duluth), but I have never been to a meeting, and I don't want to feel like an idiot trying to start one with no clue what I'm doing. lol
I've asked a few people down there to let me know of a good one to come attend, but haven't heard back from anyone yet. I don't want to get into the Cities market, I just want to attend a good REI meeting, so I can see how they're conducted and maybe ask a few questions.
Here's the deal:
To the first person that can give me a date and time, I will come down there and buy you dinner, and then go with you to the meeting. It would be fun!

Thank you in advance!

Rina

And here I am in Jersey....no free dinner for me Rina, I LOVE your idea of partnering and traveling all over to our properties! Oh my gosh - how fabulous and fun that would be! As soon as I get home from work I am putting that on the top of my list of goals!!!!! And if you find me another deal out there I'll be out in a flash - and dinner will be on ME

Can i get a free dinner too?...LOL. Love to hear your success stories ladies! I like your ideas of traveling all over just to check up on your properties. Keep up the good work ladies and don't forget this poor guy from Louisiana, lol.

Lloyd

Never, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever!
From the short time I met you at the EDGE and knowing each other online you are a MOST treasured friend and inspiration! I'm sure I speak for both of us here in Rinas journal haha.....

Lloyd, You can join us anytime! LOL, I'll buy you dinner just to get to see you, my friend!
Got any hot properties down there that need a couple of lady owners?? lol

Rina

I just started posting back in my journal, I really need to keep that up! Wow, Rina, sounds like you are just chugging along. I remember when I first got on here how much you were talking about the fear involved in new techniques and here you are diving head first into all kinds of stuff, congrats, well done.

Also, I recently got the edge discs and that package is awesome!! I will be joining the group next year, count on it. As soon as it is time to sign, let me know, i'm there. I can feel my deals coming soon so I should be ready for it.

Thanks, Lonnie...