~~ How to build up a successful real estate portfolio ~~
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As a successful physical therapist, Kemi (author) and her partner's business knowledge was poor so when an economic meltdown occurred they found themselves in trouble and eventually homeless. Within a year from deciding to change her life, Kemi had built up an impressive portfolio and it continues to grow. The tone of this book is very conversational making you feel as if Kemi is standing there talking to you. This makes it VERY readable! Is the book well written? For the most part, yes, BUT there are quite a few editing errors that a good editor should have picked up! HOWEVER that doesn't mean I would not recommend this book. If you are wanting to get "into" real estate this is a GREAT book to read and honestly for other entrepreneurs like ourselves, there were several (many) good pointers that Richard and I will use for our businesses. SO now let me give you some juicy tidbits!

"Failure is not fatal, but fear is paralyzing." What's the best way to face fear/failure? By calling it a learning experience! Are you a procrastinator? Learn the 4 C's of inaction!

This book is a TOOLKIT, it is NOT "a get-rich-quick-with-no-work scheme!" This comes across very clearly throughout the book. It is very obvious that Kemi is NOT a couch potato and has worked hard to gain her wealth. Wealth is "more than numbers on a bank statement". When building up investment in real estate you must resist instant gratification and practice delayed gratification i.e. don't spend all your profits as they come in!

What's the difference, figure wise, between your "keep the lights on" monthly income and your dream lifestyle monthly income? Your first goal is to be earning your "keep the lights on" from real estate. THEN you can reach for the BIG goal! Crazy? "If you want to live an extraordinary life you need to set extraordinary goals." Realists are boring! Do you know, on average, how many streams of income a millionaire has? It is more than one but I'm not going to spill the beans on how many!

How's the best way to find JVP's (Joint Venture Partners)? Lots of valuable advice in this section. Are you a moth or a flame?! Most millionaires did not become wealthy by doing everything themselves. The last chapter in the book talks about the importance of outsourcing and leveraging. Good leadership and the ability to be able to delegate is a major player on your road to creating wealth.

VERY IMPORTANT to note that this book is written by a British author. The UK housing market is quite a bit different from the USA. (Mortgages are different and real estate agent fees are WAY higher here!) Depending on where you live in the USA there are not as many old houses turned into apartments and the land/towns are much more spread out. Some readers may not agree or feel comfortable with the way Kemi builds and encourages others to build their portfolio by using debt/mortgages at times. Once again though, there is still good stuff to be learned and much wisdom on the HOW TO safely with reduced risk.

I was provided a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. It is definitely a good read for those interested in this subject. Thanks, Liz
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A great ten or so year history on what has gone on in the real estate market as well as some great out of the box idea's on how to grow wealth and protect yourself in today's real estate market.
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So glad I got this book... I never realized I could use my retirement fund to invest in real estate. I'm definitely using this information going forward!
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Phil covers important topics on real estate investing including the most advanced techniques known as creative financing.
Some of his tips are helpful even for seasoned investors.
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This book is a great source of where to begin and what to do in the beginning  for the people that would like to start their Real Estate Investment career.
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This is a great, compact resource for beginning and experienced investors alike. It spelled out, step by step, how to get started in real estate investing and some key tips to being ethical, smart, and successful. I highly recommend this to anyone who is considering getting into real estate for financial gain or just to own your own home. Lots of great information!
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This book provides an essential foundation for real estate analysis and investing. It is true that this book may challenge those who aren't familiar with reading financial statements. But, don't let that disourage you. Be patient and do your best to understand how financials work. Understanding financial statements is a vital skill for any business owner - and a real estate investor is a business owner.

Many real estate books focus on motivation and "creative" financing techniques. There is a place for that kind of book but this book does not contain that kind of material.

You'll learn that you are not buying a house or building. You are buying an income stream. Understanding the four sources of that income stream and how the stream flows is essential to gaining the most from your investments. Removing the emotion from an investment decision and understanding the numbers will ultimately lead to clearer picture and better real estate deals.

I highly recommend this book as a foundation to your real estate education.
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Real Estate Math Demystified by Steven P. Mooney will help prepare you to do an ANALYSIS of your real estate investment.
The author , a university profesor with a doctorate, used to be a real estate agent, a real estate broker, and a real estate student/investor.
Right in the preface,before page 1, he says " ...find a great place, some paper, a pencil AND A FINANCIAL CALCULATOR "
He then goes on in a short description of the FIRST CHAPTER to say " the first chapter ... we close the chapter with a brief discussion of the FINANCIAL CALCULATOR and how that WILL BE USED IN FUTURE CHAPTERS."

Very practical mathematical book, no pure theory. Language easy to understand.
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Robert's book is my first reading in real estate investment, and this being the subject of land investment.  I have to say, it is well presented, concise, and filled with some practical suggestions and tips.  I look forward to executing  some of the ideas presented.  I fully recognize the leveraging power of options  and to me, this is the way to go.  He gives some compelling reasons why land investment are much more lucrative than the typical improved real property.  A bit of useful financial information is also presented
Besides the book, you're also getting access to the author who can be reached by email  and responses typically come back within half a day.  You can't beat that!!  Now that's leveraging!!
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This is a very awesome way to buy and build wealth in real estate. Great read, with a lot of useful information and examples of this business.
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Real Estate is of great interest to me. This book has given me a new strategy to pursue with my investments. It is very concise and clearly demonstrates exactly how income can be made buy flipping real estate. I give this book 5 stars as it is well written and genuinely helpful to me as a real estate investor.
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Some of the brightest minds in real estate. Very out of the box thinking that will help you open your mind and grow your business in even greater ways! You will not be disappointed!!!
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Dave Watts reveals methods for successful real estate investment strategies in this gem of a book. Everything you need, from long-range strategies to practical application tips, is provided for the new or seasoned investor. Daves entrepreneurial wisdom is invaluable for anyone in the real estate investment market. Great advice and a great read.
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I would definitely recommend this book to anyone that wants to invest in real estate and is worried about "the bubble". Tonja gives some great strategies that anyone can use in any market. The book is a great read and very inspirational.
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Couldnt put the book down
For many years I have wanted to learn more about how to successfully invest in real estate and have read several books on the subject, but this book is one of the best Ive come across when it comes to simple to understand strategies on how to do it properly. Mr. Rayat explains in great detail what it takes to be successful in finding the right property and how to maintain the property so it retains its value. I cant recommend this book enough to people who want to make money investing in real estate and forego the headaches and instability of the stock market.
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YOU ARE ONLY GOOD AS THE TOOLS YOU HAVE!. If I had this TOOL, "How to succeed in Commercial Real Estate", when I first stated, I would not have faced all the bumps and brambles in this business. Stay the course, as noted in the book, and you will definitly succeed in this Business. A True Five Star!
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I am a real estate agent and like keeping up on the books that talk about investing in real estate. This is one of the best books I have read and a book that I will recommend to my clients. It is a "no nonsense" book that offers lots of good and practical advise....