We have been RE Investors for about 12 yrs. Jill wanted to get into it after our son, Joe was born & she left Fed Ex. We bought our 1st 2 fam for 90K cash, re-did kitchens, baths, paint, carpet & did a re-fi(appraised for 150K) Paid ourselves back & put an additional 10K in our pockets & still had a $300/month cash flow. That's when we knew there was something to this... We bought 2 more properties & had $ 3000/month positive cash flow.
I owned a home heating oil co.that was doing very well, but a lot of hours, so I retired in 2000 at 45 & then moved to Fl. in 2001. We have done 57 RE transactions, which include vacant lots, fix & flip houses, lease options, & "spec homes". We love the freedom it has given us, we only work about 3 months
per yr. & used to take 2 month vacations in our bus motorhome all over North America.
We came in 3rd place in Dean's contest & attended the Edge 2009 Event. We have had the privilege of participating in Dean's TV commercials & latest book, Profit-Your Town.
We are "old school" investors, but are looking to partner up with some other
RE Investors & doing some wholesale deals. Gary & Jill Ceriani
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55+ communities in Citrus county florida
Wow, it sounds like real estate has been treating you well! I have family that lives in Crystal river florida. Its such a small world. Anyway I keep seeing cheap properties for sale in the 55+ communities. Can someone below the age of 55 purchase one of these properties and rent it out to someone that is 55 or older?
Also if the person living there is 55+ can they have someone living with them that is below that age?
Just curious to the rules in those communities. Kinda seems like it might be a profittable niche.
Thanks!
Jason B
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Can you please mentor me and
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Hi There
I've done a few deals in Canada myself so I'm an Old Hand at this. However, I am branching out to Florida where the Bargains come to you.
I bought one REO already and have a second under contract. Others come to me from a very good Realtor source....
I need help with the refinance. As a Canadian, I cannot get a US Bank Loan.
I need to get my Cash out of these deals since I don't plan on two deals only.
How could we work together on more North Florida REO's so we all win?
Fraser5
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I want to really understand how you do it!
I am not sure if you told the owners you wanted a lease with option or if you had the property first and the buyers wanted a lease with option. Maybe you can PM me and help me to better understand, I feel like I am missing something. You must have perfect credit also, with the both of you doing it together I guess that helps. Hey, I love horses too!
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Epitome
Mr. & Mrs. Ceriani I want to thank you all for being on this site and open to helping people-that's what REI is all about and definitely what the site is about. We young investors look up to you and other with your knowledge and experience. I hope as I continue the path of REI that I can continue to come to yuo for a little guidance. Stay blessed.
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Probates
Hello,
I read your post on probates and wanted more information can you please list your how-to with probates. It seems like a very viable option and we are interested in going forward with this. I would be grateful for any advice. If you have a letter that you use would you be willing to share it or even a script you use to talk with the heirs on the property.
looking forward to hearing back from you.
Laura and David
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PMI
Gary and Jill,
I want to do this and be successful, but here is my first question?
I am 48 years old. Bought some of Dean's books and Foreclosure package.
Now I have this Professional Marketing International(PMI)banging on my phone wanting me to give them $319.00 to start and sign-up for about $5K of coaching etc... Thay claim to be partly owned by Dean. Scammers? what say yee?
Respectfully,
Brian
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Helping you in Florida
My name is Gene and I just recently purchaced Dean's books and am currently reading them. I really want to get started making money for my family, as I am not currently working and have quite a bit of time to invest in finding homes and findiing buyers. If I could be of help please contact me and lets get things rolling.
Thanx
Gene Ashmore
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Don't you miss the oil biz?
Just kidding...my husband and I own a home heating oil company in Cape May, NJ. His grandfather started it in 1938. I want to be doing what you are doing!!! We actually just sold our 40" diesel pusher...we are used to taking the summer to travel a bit. I read your story in Deans book and I was like reading our story. I read it to my husband and put our names in place of yours, "Chuck & Barbara" we were cracking up..The rental property we have now, conventional purchase, is not cash flowing. The property taxes have doubled and I have it rented for 2100.00 I keep telling my husband we need to sell this company and do rei full time! He keeps saying yeah yeah yeah, but I am serious. Maybe your story will finally convince him. The Oil business isn't getting any easier thats for sure. Maybe send him some words of wisdom from a successful rei. He needs to know we can actually make money like the oil company brings in. I too, also purchased the SFL system and I really need someone to just get it set up for me. I had no idea how complicated it is. I also am not that computer savy. Well much continued success and maybe we will meet some day!
Barbara
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HI THERE I SEE THAT YOU HAVE
HI THERE I SEE THAT YOU HAVE BEEN IN THE BUSINESS FOR QUITE A WHILE. SO I HOPE THAT YOU DONT MIND ME ASKING A FEW QUESTION. I JUST STARTED MY READY OF DEAN'S BOOKS. I HAVE A BUYER AND I HAVE A SELLER. THE BUYER WANTS ME TO E MAIL HIM 3 SOLD CAPARABLE HOME, NO FUTHER THEN 6 MONTHS. WHAT IS THAT? DOES HE WANT 3 HOME THAT I SOLD? CAUSE IF SO THIS IS MY FIRST ACCOUNT. I WAS TOO ASHAMED TO ASK HIM. IT MAY SEEM SILLY. ALSO HOW TO I GET THE DEAL LOCKED WITH THE SELLER AND WHAT DO I DO AFTER I GET THE DEAL LOCKED? I HOPE YOU CAN ANSWER MY QUESTIONS THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR YOUR HELP.
FROM HAWAII
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Our phone call
Gary:
I never heard back from you about what we discussed on the phone a few weeks ago.
Did you decide against working with me?
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Please Help ME!!
I am a driven person that have seen the world. I purchase this book to better my future. Therefore; I am so ready to know the next step Dean has for me to do, should I Post ads, check the website, and tell my network of friends, or post up signs around town. My question is: When I do this should I be doing more to generate more buyers, contacting sellers, and realtor groups at the same time. Help! The book gives me awsome tips instead of Detail steps, if I would like to do "No money down"?
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RE Property managers
Hi Do you know any good property managers or RE agents near miami ?
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Hi
I am aggressively searching the SW florida market as well as Palm beach co. on the east coast.
I see a lot of condos in the west palm beach area with great cap. rates and high Potential ROI... Just scared I guess cause I am still in NJ where all my contacts are.
Also...What is your guys opinion of the Cape coral / Ft. Myers area ?
And would love to partner up on a property with you guys if you are willing to mentor a Newbie ! : )
ttys,
Marc
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hi Gary & Jill
Lets say i have the property under a flex option, and i find an interested buyer ready to purchase, how do i go about going through the final process so i can get paid? im stuck, anyone able to assist me on this one? i think im just missing a few pieces to make this puzzle a full picture. Im also a little confused as to who will be paying me buyer or seller?
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Heart wrenching lead in West Virgina but not set up, need u to t
Did you get PM?
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Real Estate Advice For New Freshmen
Hi, my name is Derrick D. Burns and I enjoy learning all about real estate and the rewards that comes after. I read your story and I have to truly say that it inspires me to do and be much better in real estate investing.
What are some things that you may think I should know and how can I apply whhat is in Dean's books "Profit From Real Estate Right Now" and "Be A Real Estate Millionaire" to get out there in the world and taking real action?
Best Of Luck,
Derrick D. Burns
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REI looking to learn from your personal experiences
I'm currently in Afghanistan and will be moving to the Tampa, FL area to attend school, and achieve my dreams of doing my Real Estate Investing..I remember reading about you last year, I had bought my first property in 2010 and then faded away from the DG life due to still being stationed in Hawaii and it's just to expensive to buy properties left and right, and I never found anyone to do business with that were willing to be humble and help each other out, first person I decided to trust, kept $10k from me, and moved away, it's long story, but I lost trust to do business with locals here in Hawaii..I'm willing to open up again, and would love to meet you and learn more of FL from you..do you think this would be possible?hope to hear back from you..
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FL Mtge Broker
Tho I have been healthy all my life, the last year and a half has made up for it. I am just recovering from a heart attack..I refused open heart surgery and had 3 stents implanted instead. Doing fine,,just tired all the time and sleep a lot. I have kept up with dean's books and ordered The Edge 11 c.d.s (my son bought me The Edge 10 c.d.s.) and his latest book 30 Days to RE Cash..so will be needing a Mtge. Brkr. on my Team!! How generous of you to share..I was wondering how I could manage to find one as good as yours here in West Palm Beach, FL. Your success in RE is awe inspiring and I'm hoping 12 yrs from now I will have an equally inspiring RE busines.
I will be whlesaling my first 6 Deals and then hope to have enough money to Nuy and Hold a deal..I would like to have 3 amazing deals to leave for my children and prove to them they can do this, too. Thanks so very much for your help! D-LO
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great job !!
Enjoyed reading your latest post. I am waiting a short sale myself. It will be our first deal. Unless our continuous flow of offers yields another one first. We have been studying DG, and have been to a few seminars as well. It is a great learning tool and will keep on pursuing that goal. Thank you for your story,,,and happy investing
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Bird dog
I am interested in trying that. Have you sold the Florida home already? I would like pics and a write up on it...
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Partners and Properties
You are doing a Great Service!!!!! Looking forward to doing deals with Dean's Students across the country. I am up the coast from you in Media, PA. Starting with Wholesaling. There is a lot to do with all the properties out there. Looking forward to retiring from my JOB permanently. This way of doing Real Estate will give everyone the FREEDOM to live their lives. I have a Motto: "If it is not FUN and LEGAL; I am not doing it." Kathy
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Take Chances
Hi Kathy,
I welcome you to the DG family. I consider myself a birddog-Newbie and and looking for legitimate people I can work with in the process. Send me a pic and I'll get to walking and talking about this great property(s) that you have for sell. I look forward to working with you. Reply to my Private mail. Thanks!!
Best Regards,
Kim
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Need a buyer for a house under contract in Illinois
Good evening Gary and Jill. Just reading some of your posts. Congratulations on your successes.
I have under contract a 2/1 house, finished basement, move in ready. Minor repairs $5k or less. Contract for $23K, want to sell for $30K to an end buyer.
Thank you.
Jessie
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Add me to your buyers and sellers list
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Isn't it awesome?
GCeriani,
Isn't awesome to be able to do something that you love?
Isn't awesome to be able to do all the things that you have a passion for? When we step out in faith to make those small steps toward our goals, magical things happen. The life that we always wanted begins to appear before our eyes. Amazing! Amazing! Truly amazing.
Freedom Seeker,
Anthony
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You are an Inspiration to All of us!
Hello,
You are an Inspiration to All of us!
Welcome to the DG family.
May you have Great Success in your Journey!
JJD