OfflineWell, here I am! After seven weeks of devouring this site every single day for six to eighteen hours per day, I am finally starting my journal.
I never saw any of Dean's infomercials, but I did see the last five minutes of The Hansen Report when he was on as a guest. So I ordered the book. I was just ready. Of course, I had been "ready" many times before. Like so many of us, I have purchased thousands of dollars worth of "Get Rich Quick" deals and none of them ever worked. I have participated in dozens of the MLM deals and (sigh) am still dead broke.
But this was just a small investment, and I took the chance! What the heck! I could always learn a little more. I am admittedly, a self development addict! I know enough about MANY things to hold interesting conversations with just about anyone, but I am an expert on nothing.
But that is going to change! I am going to become an expert at REI! I had just gotten my RE license here in CA a few years ago when all heck broke loose and the market collapsed. I worked my tail off for six months or so without making a penny and when I was going to have to invest in more classes or let my license go, I had no more money to invest and let it go. My husband had recently died and I had to go back to work for money. Ugly thought...
When I got Dean's books, I knew enough about RE to see that this one could REALLY work. He gives us ALL the steps!
My three daughters are all grown and gone from home, so I have no distractions there. I do have a full time job, but whatever...
I devoured Dean's books and immediately got on this site, where I have been planted for weeks! I saw that Anita was in Southern CA and tried to contact her, but no luck. Then paydirt! On one of her websites I saw that she was having a probate workshop and signed up! I was SO excited! I made up an excuse to be off from work that night and my daughter got out of her plans so that she could go with me. The night before the workshop, I went back on Anita's site to copy the info and realized it was dated 2009! A year ago! Thank goodness, I didn't make the three hour round trip. But what a bummer!!!
But now a lucky break! I am having to have my knee replaced (well, that part's not so lucky) but I am on temporary disability leave with my job for at least three months! I actually am not planning on going back until after New Year's, but they don't know that yet. Should give me some good time to get things started with REI!
Like Carol said when she started, failure is not an option! It is what I must do! I am closing in on retirement and I have no retirement plan. My job is very physical and I cannot keep doing that! (explains the bum knee) and I cannot have my children having to help me pay my bills! I have been totally independent since the age of 16 and am not planning on that changing.
Today is my birthday! Both in real life and symbolically with my RE journal and my new life as a Real Estate Investor!
I am thrilled to be one of the new Graziosi Investor babies! (I did NOT say babes!) So here's to us and many years together sharing our highs and lows!
Salut!
Karen Griffin
"You're never too old to be what you were meant to be!"
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Thanks for the kind words, I certain enjoy reading you and Tammy's journals very, very helpful.
I certainly am glad I found all this information, last time I came here around 2007 I think, it was nothing like this. So glad I came back.
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I mustn't forget the police! But, guess what? I'm pursuing a short sale!
Tally Ho and Carry on! Tee Hee, we'll Bill will be there in spirit, I'm sure... either one way or Captain Morgan way. {:)
But seriously, I can't wait to meet many of you there! I've been packing all day. Leaving tomorrow.
YIPPPPPEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!
I am so happy that you won the essay for the Edge tickets! Congrats girl! I can't wait to hear your stories! Well, I am not getting married, in fact, he let me go 2 weeks ago - a week after my birthday. I am very sad, but, this frees up more time for RE and it's an inspiration to think that eventually I will be making more money than him and having more fun and time to enjoy life! (Although, I would rather share it with him...) Maybe I'll meet a fellow investor out in the field.....
Well, stop by my journal when you get a chance (after the Edge). I have been updating again....
TTYL...
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Success is always to be found on the other side of FEAR! Don't stop, push over the mountain to success waiting on the other side!
I hope you enjoy The Edge.... wish I were going..
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We are glad you are back, too.
It is always very rewarding to hear that someone is enjoying our journals. i need to get back into mine more again. I have been very busy working on my biz, just not updating my journal.
"You're never too old to be what you were meant to be!"
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"Shining Like a Star & Dancing on Sunshine"
"Shoot for the moon! Even if you fall short, you'll still land among the stars!"
A short sale hunh? You are just trying all the different areas. Good luck with that one. That is one area I have no desire to pursue. Too much work.
I can't wait to finally meet everyone, too! Today is the day! And, of course, instead of packing, here I am---on the computer!
"You're never too old to be what you were meant to be!"
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"Shining Like a Star & Dancing on Sunshine"
"Shoot for the moon! Even if you fall short, you'll still land among the stars!"
Thank you for the congrats! It should be really fun! Very motivating and to finally meet so many of these people in person.
I just have to say, it is his loss! I am sorry that you are sad but I am glad that you are looking for the positives. That is the only way to be! And with an investing partner now...You are on your way!
I will certainly ck out your journal when I get back. I am way behind on too many of those. My time is so short now.
"You're never too old to be what you were meant to be!"
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"Shining Like a Star & Dancing on Sunshine"
"Shoot for the moon! Even if you fall short, you'll still land among the stars!"
I wish you were going too. Shoot for next year. The way you are going after it, you will definitely be there.
I am hoping to get to SC sometime this year. Maybe we can meet for lunch or something then. That would be fun.
"You're never too old to be what you were meant to be!"
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"Shining Like a Star & Dancing on Sunshine"
"Shoot for the moon! Even if you fall short, you'll still land among the stars!"
Karen,
Congratulations on going to EDGE this year. We can't make it this year but, enjoyed it so much last year. Next year! It was great to meet so many other DG students and Dean himself. Enjoy!
Cheryl & Dave
After reading the last thread last night I took some of this information and went on Craigslist, now i normally go there looking for deals but this time I had a bit more information on what to look for and lo and behold I think I may have found a deal, cannot say much on it right know cause I am not sure how it will pan out but so far things look very green and rosy. Stay tuned lol
Wanted Properties from FSBO's/ renter for
Buying, selling, lease options
www.silasllc.com
-Yes money does grow on trees, you just need the right fertilizer
That would be great!! I'd love to meet you for lunch. Just let me know when you are here... and have fun at The Edge! Hopefully, I'll get to go next year.. Will have to do lots of deals which I am going to do!!!!!
Everything works out in the end. If it hasn't worked out, it's not the end.
You have not lived a perfect day, unless you have done something for someone who will never be able to repay you. Ruth Smeltzer
It is what it is 'til you change it.
to meet you Karen! It took us coming to AZ to do it!
I will see you tomorrow! Going to go to bed early and get a good night's rest for tomorrow! 
Hey Karen,
wish I could be over there at the Edge too, but next year for sure!
have a great time!
Val
Valerie
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you sure are going, girl! sounds like you are gearing up for something major. would love to hear about the EDGE and the L/O training when you get a chance.
Linda, Army EOD Mom
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IT'S ALL GOOD AND EVERYTHING IS WORKING OUT PERFECTLY FOR ME!
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Evidence
Appearing
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It was nice to meet with you Karen. I hope to hear more great things from you soon.
Steve
Steve and Veronica
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great talking to you. We'll catch up soon on more stuff. Keep up the great attitude and great work.
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I'm sorry you weren't able to be there with us this year. It would have been great to have been able to meet you.
We will do it next year!
Karen
"You're never too old to be what you were meant to be!"
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"Shining Like a Star & Dancing on Sunshine"
"Shoot for the moon! Even if you fall short, you'll still land among the stars!"
Sounds like you may be on to something. Keep us informed!
Karen
"You're never too old to be what you were meant to be!"
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"Shining Like a Star & Dancing on Sunshine"
"Shoot for the moon! Even if you fall short, you'll still land among the stars!"
You have been putting forth some great effort. Keep it up! You will be there next year.
Karen
"You're never too old to be what you were meant to be!"
www.deangraziosi.com/real-estate-forums/investing-journals/59128/day-for...
"Shining Like a Star & Dancing on Sunshine"
"Shoot for the moon! Even if you fall short, you'll still land among the stars!"
Yeah, it's crazy we never got together before this. But, at last we meet!
I am glad that your husband enjoyed himself. That is MAJOR!
"You're never too old to be what you were meant to be!"
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"Shining Like a Star & Dancing on Sunshine"
"Shoot for the moon! Even if you fall short, you'll still land among the stars!"
wish I could be over there at the Edge too, but next year for sure!
have a great time!
Val
We are going to have an even bigger gang next year! Even MORE fun!
"You're never too old to be what you were meant to be!"
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"Shining Like a Star & Dancing on Sunshine"
"Shoot for the moon! Even if you fall short, you'll still land among the stars!"
You are right as far as I am gearing up for a major coming out party! Stay tuned!
I am SO behind in your journal, too. I don't have any idea what is happening.
We are going to have to chat again. It has been AGES!
Karen
"You're never too old to be what you were meant to be!"
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"Shining Like a Star & Dancing on Sunshine"
"Shoot for the moon! Even if you fall short, you'll still land among the stars!"
Steve
It really WAS nice getting to meet you both.
Steve, you were right when you said that Veronica is very pretty.
Karen
"You're never too old to be what you were meant to be!"
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"Shining Like a Star & Dancing on Sunshine"
"Shoot for the moon! Even if you fall short, you'll still land among the stars!"
It was good to hear from you today. We always have so much to talk about.
Karen
"You're never too old to be what you were meant to be!"
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"Shining Like a Star & Dancing on Sunshine"
"Shoot for the moon! Even if you fall short, you'll still land among the stars!"
I am wanting to post about The Edge here, but I know that it will take some time. When I start my postings on it, I want to be able to do it justice. There was so much interesting information that was shared.
I am off work tomorrow and hope to have some time to at least get started. Have a number of other things that I need to attend to though also. Amazing, the strides that have been made when I think back and look back to when this all began.
Thanks, Dean, for just opening our eyes to all the opportunity.
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"Shining Like a Star & Dancing on Sunshine"
"Shoot for the moon! Even if you fall short, you'll still land among the stars!"
It was great meeting you!!! Wish we could have talked lease options....was an amazing networking opportunity and a wealth of learning and only a couple days.hope you can make the cruise! !
jay
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Karen,
Thanks. We plan on going next year! Looking forward to your posts about this year's event when you get the chance as you mentioned. It's good to hear other's experiences even though we weren't there.
Cheryl & Dave
Thank you for the nice comment about Veronica I did marrie up. I never thought a country boy from Illinois would be so lucky.
Steve.
Steve and Veronica
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jay
It was, indeed, a great experience! I would love to make the cruise. It is definitely something i am keeping on the scope.
Karen
"You're never too old to be what you were meant to be!"
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"Shining Like a Star & Dancing on Sunshine"
"Shoot for the moon! Even if you fall short, you'll still land among the stars!"
Thanks. We plan on going next year! Looking forward to your posts about this year's event when you get the chance as you mentioned. It's good to hear other's experiences even though we weren't there.
Cheryl & Dave
I am babysitting my grands this week (a Maltipoo, a Terrier and a Chihuahua mix) and left my Edge book @ home. I want to sit down and go thru speaker by speaker and recap their talks.
Sorry for the delay, but I will get it done. I am off from my job on Tues and Wed this wk, so I will aim for then. Be on the look out as there was some awesome info put out from there!
"You're never too old to be what you were meant to be!"
www.deangraziosi.com/real-estate-forums/investing-journals/59128/day-for...
"Shining Like a Star & Dancing on Sunshine"
"Shoot for the moon! Even if you fall short, you'll still land among the stars!"