Bama Girl......IS FREE!!!

So glad you stopped in! You are right, there is such a wealth of information on this site and so many extremely high caliber people. Have to stay plugged in and you said it.........just go! lol

God bless,
Jen

I love Beth Moore and Joyce Meyer. I will grab a few more of their books. I think we're all works in progress, but you make it seem like you've already got it all together

I've been with my hubby, I thought it was 23 years, but when I look at the year and realize I'm going to hit a big age milestone this year, I find its actually been 24 1/2 years! We've been through it all! But keeping a relationship going through thick and thin is TOUGH, as you know. Thanks for the book recommendations and the respect reminders. I try to be respectful, but there's always room for improvement; especially in times when I don't feel respected; I hear what you're saying! I think it scares my hubby when he sees me becoming too confident; he wants me to totally rely on him. I think that's the big elephant in our house.

Now, if only reading your blog would help in my weight loss journey! All that energy has to burn at least 1000 calories a day! I'm down 9 lbs so far. Not very fast, but I still have to try to fit some exercise in my schedule! Many of us look up to you!

gotta add my 2 cents. a lot of men need to feel needed. i'm with someone that flat out told me he needs to feel needed. so i have worked harder to make him feel that way, yet not lose my own confidence and independence. congrats on the weight loss. we hear all the time that slow weight loss stays off. that is what you are doing. don't get in too big a hurry.

Congrats on the weight loss! That's awesome!

Thank you for the kind words, I want say that I'm nothing special because I don't believe that. I am. I'm a Child of the King! I'm an Heir to the Throne. But truth is I've DONE nothing special. I get keep 'doing' is the key.

You have made some massive achievements. (btw: fired up on the refund!) Celebrate those accomplishments! Keep them renewed in you mind. Heck all the way to the weight loss! You are doing what's right for you and your family. Forget what me or anyone else is doing. We each have our own circumstances and struggles. It's not even to be a comparison. As they say a rising tide raises all ships. Or iron sharpens iron!

Put your heart first, know who you are and Who's you are! Take the time you need if only a 15 min bubble bath after babies are down or quite time to renew your spirit and regroup your strength.

Those elephants can be tricky. But still consumed.....one bite at a time!

Jen

Tammy you should read or re-read if you have already, the thread I post Change The Negative into Support. Since reading your journal back then is what prompted me to write that thread in the first place.

Got an assignment for anyone that happens to come across this.

First, I want to you STOP what you are doing, take a few minutes get by yourself. I want you to forget everything, clear you mind, forget all that is demanding your attention. All the calls, all the deals, all the to do task....forget it! I want you to close your eyes and just and if nothing else humor me today. But close them, picture in your minds eye: if money was NOT an option what would your life be like? what would your home look like?, what kind of car would you be driving?, what vacations would you take?, how does it feel to be financially free?, is the weight unloaded?, less stress in your relationship?, what would your relationships be like?, how would you look?, would you be able to bless your family and friends if they are struggling?,
Can you feel it yet?, can you our feel it?, can you feel the peace?, can you feel the pride and accomplishment? Do you see it yet?, Focus make it clear.....down to how your home smells when you walk through the door because your cleaning service just left while you were out?, You hear the giggles of your kids because mommy and daddy are both home because they did what it took to provided for them and build security. God can you see it yet?????
Now don't stop until everyone else sees it too!! Mow through anything that stands in your way! You deserve it, your family deserves it.....go get it!

Make it happen!

hey everyone, hope you've been doing amazing! Had a terrific weekend, took Trent ziplining! We had an absolute blast!

Friday night I booked my hotel and flight for the CRE training in Vegas 8/5-8/7. Leaving out on the 4th and returning on the 8th. Had already submitted a request to take 1.5 vacations days (1/2 day on 4th, 5th is our closed Friday and off on the 8th). I currently have accrued 128 hrs+ remaining to take. Those days will also be the tail end of our month end close. I handle getting the books closed, journal entries, posting JE, adjustment and preparing and issueing financials for the company and two subsidiaries. I'd already allocated to the schedule to account for the time off as well as meet the required deadline to have F.S. issued to our parent company. My boss comes in to my jail cell this morning and expresses her concerns of time off during close week. I told her I understood and pointed out the schedule I'd prepared. She said she was reluctant to grant the vacation time and there may be consequences if I pursued/persisted. Still after back and forth I told her I would review any modification I could make tonight to my flight schedule even if incurring the $150 change fees. That the date was already set and it was either I went or didn't. I said that it was important enough that I was going and would be prepared to suffer any consequences that she saw fit.

Now knowing that I submitted the time off request in the companies policy of 2 wks notice, have the work covered and have the time to take there STILL could be an expedious retirement! LOL She is aware of my business, and to todate I have scheduled appts, closing, etc. on lunch hours, after work, or pulled vacation time if I had to, and don't make or take calls while in the building or on company time. But hey, that's the corporate world! It's their game and their rules. But thinks the heat is more inline with the budget cuts ordered accross the board.

My point is: I feel so strongly about what I'm doing, I trust myself and my abilities, confident in what is going to be gained from the trip and the training and knowledged received not to mention the one-on-one council, networking and contacts to be made in the 3-days that it's a chance I've got to take.

I'm wasn't quite ready to pull the trigger on the retirement just yet. I do have a few more items to put in to place before I was going to do it voluntarily. I'm not going to worry about it or stress, it is what it is. I will do WHATEVER I have to. I've got enough to sustain me for awhile if needed though. But was the plan was to never touch it only to increase it. I have pride but not to big of an ego that I want flip burgers if I have to. lol was just a point of saying I don't care what I have to do, I refuse to allow anything to stand in my way.

SO Vegas coupled with DG Advanced Training I'm about to start, there's no looking back. There is no back door! There is no retreat! Must press onward!

So to tell you the truth, kind of excited about the challenge.....because I know that with every challenge brings a new opportunity.

I can't control what 'they' do or don't do, I can only control my actions and reactions! I'm at peace with how I handled the situation. It's time to separate the "boys from the men" or "men from the mouse" (LOL So to speak!)
It's time for Jen to quit playen!

Oh, stay tuned on for the updates on the apartment deal!

Smooches,
Jen

GO GETUM! !! that is FOCUS,DRIVE,AMBITION,PERSISTENCE,LASERED DETERMINATION....and more.

MyONLY question is what about medical benefits???.........you can make MILLIONS but u HAVE to have insurance for medical benefits.......suppose u can BUY insurance but how GOOD IS IT??? ... would NEVER discourage ANYONE from taking the leap .....but when the time comes......this will still be my question.........
Keep your focus ......and plan well! !...your attitude and determination is catchy!!
jay

Hey Jay,

You are right, it's a piece of the puzzle I have to consider. I've already been looking at different coverage, individual, small business plans, etc. I haven't pulled the trigger on acquiring just been getting pricing to determine my actual monthly cashflow based on all inclusive expenses that I'm soley responsible for now. Along with how it will also affect my hold strategy. Not having a JOB doesn't put me at the first of the line for my refinance. lol Alot to consider and plan for. I have to take the actual and realistic approach and not stick my head in the sand hoping I don't get laid off. But on average, we have terminated one employee a week over the last 3 months. (some weeks 2) It one of those 'if you're looking for an reason/excuse any one will work'. Not speaking that my card is up, but have to be smart and not wait until I'm thirsty to start digging my well. It is my plan to keep putting into place as many streams as possible, building my cushion, keep working until I a min. 3x my current monthly expenses in cashflow monthly with a 12 month cushion in reserve. Plus capturing the other avenue of revenue outside (but still in) realestate with government contracting.

no matter what happens, you will survive and come out smelling like a rose. it's just your nature. there are no coincidences and sometimes we get that push that makes us do even more than we thought we could at the time. with your attitude and planning, you can only win and win big!!! can't wait to hear more.

pdqservicesinc wrote:

no matter what happens, you will survive and come out smelling like a rose. it's just your nature. there are no coincidences and sometimes we get that push that makes us do even more than we thought we could at the time. with your attitude and planning, you can only win and win big!!! can't wait to hear more.

Thank you Linda for the words of encouragement! They are greatly appreciated.

Hey but I agree with you! lol Heck, I've been through worse, hit harder and came up swinging! This ain't nothin! Speaking the words to 'do whatever it takes' didn't come with a condition of: 'well as long as eveything goes smoothly, or well as long as it doens't get to hard....blah, blah, blah! NO! It is stated and believed to DO WHATEVER IT TAKES, NO MATTER WHAT!

Jen

OK, all caught up again!

I have decided that the whole week before the cruise that I have to sleep. I won't have time to sleep on the ship. I have to take advantage of sharing a cabin with you and pick your brain for all it's worth! Which is a lot!

First thing I noticed here today was that FLASHY diamond they FINALLY posted!!!!

lol! You're a mess! Yeah, sleeping is overrated anyway! LOL

Shoot I am stoked about the cruise. It's going to be soooo amazing! I can't wait!

Icon: whohoo! I finally got noticed and got some 'bling'! LOL!!!
Although I don't need the title to feel it, but I'm working on earning that "SuperStar"! More than that, to earn the "Inner Circle" icon! To be apart of the elite group!

Got a pm from a terrific DG'er that saw the post on your journal and suggested, the delay probably was that most my activity was posted here rather than in the "My Deals" threads. I've posted a few deals out there, but I think I classed them under 'everything else'.

So anyway, hope your doing AMAZING!! Got to hop off here and go make this day AWESOME!

Jen

You got your Diamond! It looks very good on you!! Congratulations!! I guess if you make enough noise about it, they will notice
I know you don't need the little icon; you are already a superstar among us!

Keep it up! We are all inspired by you!

Learning and progressing every day,
Valerie

WOW guys, been an amazing couple of weeks (especially the last week). Got back to Alabama late last night from Vegas. Left last Thursday for a 3-day CRE training. WAS AWESOME! Completely took me to a whole different level. A major tuning point for me. I was able to have one-on-one with a multi-multi millionare Friday afternoon/evening that completely stretched me! In addition to the incredible content, information, strategies from the seminar I made a ton of contacts and networks. While out there I secured a capital partner on my commercial acquisitions in the range of $500k-$3M. POF received yesterday. It's our plan to spread over min. 4 projects, (focusing on multi's and ss). Also info on some do's and don't to work with if HM is ever needed. We will hold each in it's own established LLC with OA to designate % ownership, mo cashflow allocation, etc. (yes, I will retain my own legal council to review of docs) It will be split but as he's the capital partner will hold a higher % we discussed a 40/60 split. which is fine with me. but will nail details down with each project.

I also locked up 3 SFR while on the trip and nailed down my PML on the deal. I sent PN and WT instructions today for the acquisition and rehab.

Also got several incredible nuggets on locating properties (can also be utilized for SFR) that I have never heard anywhere. I'll post a thread in the open forum about it, in a bit.

So STOKED about progress and growth.

Which the entire trip in itself was growth. Was the first time I've flown let alone going to Vegas by myself one 4 different legs (I think they're called - 2 stops each way). So, the entire trip I kept telling myself "Whoohoo you know that feeling....that mean's you're growing", "that this is the only thing standing in the way of getting what you want and the life you deserve" then I'd just DO IT!

So I am SUPER proud of myself!

This week is to narrow and locate some commercial properties to negotiate a good deal to a GREAT deal. Over next 2 wks add 15 PML to my list on residential side. contact 3 brokers to forward criteria to on CRE for them to be a 'birddog' for me. And working towards putting 3 additional PML/funding sources into my CRE aresenal.

Plus I've got to wholesale min 2-3 in the next 30 days. To pull some quick capital.

So stay tuned......

Smooches,
Jen

just got confirmation......funds received to escrow! Rock-N-Roll baby!

All I've got to say....if you're lacking captial, GO where 'money' goes and BUILD relationships!

GOD IS GOOD!
Jen

Jen That's GREAT and you earned Girl or should I say BAMA GIRL!!!!

Thanks Jim!

I was watching the live replay from Thurs & Sat on my phone at night while I was in the hotel. Matt spoke about the hill and how the struggle and how hard the uphill climb is. Then right at the tip (I called turningpoint, because I'm not at the top for sure) it starts getting a little easier. That's very, very true. Heck everything he say happens....happens!

I'm still digging and climbing but seeing a 'little' glimpse of a sprout / blossom on my fruit tree. LOL got to keep watering, fertilizing and keeping the weeds pulled out.

How's it going? I've not been on here much lately and sooo far behind on progress of everyone. I'll have to go over to 'your place' and see if I can catch up on the latest project(s).

Many blessings,
Jen

We have been focusing on CRE for a while now and it's definately a whole different animal but one that is completely worth hunting. We just got back from one in Boston with Dave Lindahl (we signed up for his gold coaching program) and met some awesome people. That side of Real Estate brings in a completely different type of person not sure why but I made some great contacts.

Multi fams and SS are where we are starting as well they are the 2 areas that are the safest right now. If you need any help or have any questions send me an email or give me a call and I would be more than happy to go through things with you.

Congrats again on making the best move of your career. You won't be sorry, you spend the same amount of time to do the deals and your adding zeros to your profit.

That's awesome! Yes, I love it!! I know CRE will be my home. I've actually pulled SFR stuff locally and haven't ran ads or new marketing since May. Still get 3-5 leads a week of old stuff. I'll do a fresh run soon, I need a few wholesales or flips.

Agree on multi and ss being safest. Nothing is a sure thing, but leaning more towards the 'most recession proof' ventures. When people loose their homes they have to have somewhere to live and a place to store their stuff. He also mentioned MH Parks as an avenue. But personally it's not where I'm starting.

Thanks, definately may connect with you and maybe we can share a few ideas. Reason why I saught out additional teaching, not alot of focus or info on CRE here unfortunately.

Facebook and I'll give you my email and phone number.

will do Shaun!

Thanks,
J

way to get comfortable being uncomfortable !!!!!
jay

I can feel your excitement!... as usual, it's contagious!!!!

You are on a totally new level! CRE!!! Way to go! The sky is the limit for you now!

Can't wait to read your thread on CRE... thanks for sharing!

your practically bestie

Valerie

What is the CRE? I must be in the dark ages or something because I haven't ever heard of it! I delete most solicitation emails, so I probably miss out on a lot of that stuff because I had to economize my time, so the emails had to go, as well as the majority of webinars.

So, you're going commercial! How exciting! You're getting where I want to be in 1/12 the time! You go! Can't wait to hear about your commercial deals!

Yeh Jen; it's me. I'm actually still alive and kicking. Took the wrong turn a few months back, but have found my way.

Thought I'd drop in to see how you are doing. Never a doubt that you weren't okay! CRE looks like a great final destination, but I know I'm still taking baby steps. I've been out so long I'll have to re-learn some of it!?

Congrats on your Bling...you deserve it!

Stay in touch!

comfort zone = no growth zone right!! lol

hope you guys are doing amazing. We've got to start talking up the cruise. Activities/topics/speakers, etc. stoked about it! Going to be awesome!

blessings,
Jen

sorry for delay in response, I don't remember getting notifications of posts to the thread. so sorry, wasn't being rude. lol

yes, totally new level for me as well. super excited about the progress. funny the mind shift when we take the limits off ourselves of what we 'think' we can and can't do! BIG things in store.

I know you are absolutely killing it and crazy active......out there making it happen!!

may your cup runneth over,
jen