The Juggle examines the choices and tradeoffs people make as they juggle work and family.
I know, I know, I know..locally, here in Charleston, SC, a lot of folks are out of work, others are being "furloughed", the economy still hasn't recovered,...but, my mentors have taught me to look for the "Positive" rather than the "Negative", ( Boeing just came to town, we just landed a Wind Turbine employer, etc. I am blessed with a supportive, healthy, and loving family!)
So, I am curious...
What are you most thankful for this Holiday Season?
Have you ever been to a seminar where the "Guru" (selling a high price course/ seminar) gave you just enough information to get you really excited...
but there seemed like there was a "piece of the puzzle" missing! You probably had at least one question ....but couldn't get thru the crowd at the "Sales Table" to ask the "Guru"....or maybe you were just too embarrassed to ask.
Well, now is your chance to get your questions answered by investors who are already doing what you want to do....FREE!
Over the past 6 months, we have provided you, our members, with the best, most knowledgeable, local real estate information that can help you build your real estate business, we have had the following experts volunteer their time to speak to you:
North Charleston Police Chief Jon Zumalt, talking with us about his plans for N. Charleston (& high crime areas)
Family Services Director Debbie Kidd ,educating us about foreclosures and how they can help people with loan modifications.
Local investor Frank Monroe sharing "inside info" about investing in Tax Deeds.
"How To Be A Real Estate Day Trader" Larry Goins shared his knowledge on wholesaling properties.
Short Sale Expert Tomi Dinkins, talked about the fastest & easiest way to to Short Sales.
The "Magnificent 7" Panel of Experts (Patrick Riddle, Mike Childs, Jon Chavis, Greg Cook, David Wertan, Karen Rapchick & Ron Cox) who shared their real life experiences with us.
WOW!
As I look back over the past 6 months, I realize that our little Charleston Real Estate Investor's Association has had some pretty awesome real estate experts share their experience and success with us...without us having to pay hundreds or thousands of dollars in seminar fees (PLUS airfare, hotel rooms, meals, etc)
I know what you're thinking:
"Yea, they were "Ok", why don't we just get another local expert to speak at our November 3rd, 2009 meeting?"
Because, we have "tweaked" our meeting system format and we have gotten away from one of the very "BEST" meetings that we ever had:
The BREAK-OUT Sessions!
At our November 3, 2009 meeting, we will go back to the "System" of meeting that drew more feedback, more positive response, and more comments like these:
Listen to what members have said about our previous "Break Out Sessions".
"This was a great time to network with the newbies and visitors. Thanks to all the table leaders for their hard work! I learn something new with each meeting that has helped our business grow! Looking forward to the next meeting!"[/i]
[i]"It's always great to be able to ask questions and share ideas. Brainstorming is used by great companies to brew ideas which create new products, resolve problems or streamline business operations. I view this type of meeting format as our brainstorming. The questions and comments made at the tables always get me looking at things from a different light."
"I was able to connect with two individuals I would have probably never encountered anywhere else. I was able to learn and share valuable information that will help me with a a rehab project I am working on. Also, received a great crash course on HVAC systems."
We will have individual BREAK-OUT sessions on the topics that you have indicated that you want to know more about.
* Rehabbing * Foreclosures * Building A Buyer's List * Lenders & money * Wholesaling * "Subject To" * Rent To Own * Marketing for your first/next deal
Bring your questions or send them in early so we can add them the list and make sure that we get them answered.
Plus, we will be having a "[b]Special Prize[/b]" for the Member bringing the most guests. Bring your "Guests" to this Meeting and you may qualify for a GREAT Gift!!
Sign in starts at 5:30.
(Might want to get there early to get a seat at the table you want)
Meeting will start promptly at 6 PM sharp- end at 8 PM;
First meeting FREE - Repeat Guests $20 (and do not count in the Guest Contest)
No cell phones allowed - no texting! Please leave your cell phone in the car
This is an "Open Meeting"- Guests & Visitors Welcomed!
Register at http://www.charleston...
Event Date: November 3rd, 2009
Location: North Charleston Inn 2934 W. Montague Ave. N. Charleston, SC
Due to the enormously high foreclosure rate right now, foreclosures & short sales has been a "Hot" topic of great discussion over the past two years.
Recent statistic show that "shorts sales" & "Bank Owned Properties" are accounting for 50% of the properties for sale in the Charleston area.
"How do you "short sale" a property" is a question many new members ask....
but the question that they should be asking is..."How can I make money off of short sales?"
Tomi Dinkins, is considered to be one of the top experts in the state on the subject of Foreclosures & short sales.
Tomi will explain the process, why some properties are better than others, how long they normally take, which lenders are easier to work with and how to "monetize" short sales.
If you are a beginning wholesaler, talking with a lot of Sellers..
If you are experienced investor who may need to short sale a troublesome rental...
If you are a Realtor and want to learn how to better help your clients...
(Did you know Realtors can get paid 3 ways from a short sale?)
You might want to make this a priorty-must-attend-event!
(You could attend $2500-$5,000 bootcamps and not learn as much as you would from this event!)
This will be an "Open" meeting - Guests are welcome!
The Member who brings the most Guests will win a "Special Prize"
The Charleston Real Estate Investors Association will host their monthly CashFlow 101 Tournament on Tuesday, September 29th 2009 at Shoneys on Rivers Ave.
CashFlow 101 is Rich Dad, Poor Dad's, Robert Kiyosaki's educational board game that teaches Accounting, Finance, and Investing at the same time...and makes learning fun!
Brian O'Shea, local Charleston Keller Williams Realtor, and defending champion will be on hand to attempt to defend his title as "Charleston's Cashflow Champion 101"!
Guests are welcome ~ Admission is FREE~ Sign in starts at 5:30 pm.
Most people know Terry for her recurring role on HGTV's hit show "Designed to Sell." Now in her third season as one of the show's featured real estate agents, Terry shows millions of viewers how staging a home, improving curb appeal and making low-cost improvements can help to sell a property at top dollar.
By giving sellers a $2,000 budget and a team of experts, "Designed to Sell" demonstrates how to turn a tired house into a showpiece. When it comes to the houses she views, Terry relishes an open floor plan, up-to-date bathrooms and a house with good "curb appeal." And, when it comes to personal clutter, pets and dirt, she tells is like she sees it. Honest and critical without being cruel, Terry shows how a making a small investment before the open house can bring a big return at the closing.
Terry will speak at the North Charleston Business Builders Network meeting on Tuesday, September 8th, 2009 at 11:30 AM.
Guests are welcome! Admission is FREE! To R.S.V.P. call 843-200-5617.
The North Charleston Business Builders Network, a chapter of the Professional Network Connections, meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at the North Town Grille & Seafood, 2093 Eagle Landing Blvd. N. Charleston, SC 29418.
Go to www.pnconnections.org for additional information about Professional Network Connections
The reason that I ask the question, "Who knows a Realtor that needs more referrals" is because the Professional Network Connections is holding their inaugural West Ashley Business Partners Networking meeting Thursday July 30th, at 12 Noon at the Sunfire Grill in West Ashley....and we need a Realtor!
This network meets twice a month to provide networking and educational opportunities for business professionals. Educational guest speakers and business roundtable discussions are scheduled monthly and these lunch meetings are open to the business community.
Since most networking groups only allow 1-person-per-occupation, the Realtor spot is normally one of the top 2-3 that gets filled first!
So, if you know of a hard-working Realtor that needs a few more referrals, mention our group to them.
Their first visit is FREE! and they can RSVP by emailing summervillepnc@gmail.com or calling 843-200-5617.
Professional Network Connections was founded four and a half years ago by Debbie Griffith-Brown as a business and industry specific networking organization. Charleston has 11 area networks planned currently with 4 active networks, 3 networks launching in August and 4 more launching soon. There are over 60+ networking groups across the East Coast that included business, medical, Christian, automotive, manufacturing, women, Hispanic, entrepreneurial, Holistic Health & Wellness, Education, and many others, which are all interconnected for maximum networking and exposure.
For additional information about this network or Professional Network Connections, please contact Area Manager, Leigh Thomson or visit the website at www.pnconnections.org
Larry Goins, author of the Ultimate Buying & Selling Course and How To Be A Real Estate Day Trader , will be the guest speaker at the Charleston Real Estate Investors Association on Tuesday, August 4th, 2009.
Larry is not only a published author, he is also licensed as a mortgage lender and mortgage broker in North Carolina and South Carolina, plus he is also licensed in both North Carolina and South Carolina as a Real Estate Broker and General Contractor.
He is a member of the North Carolina Association of Mortgage Professionals and a member of the National Association of Mortgage Professionals.
Over the past few years, Larry has served as President (2003 & 2004) of the Metrolina Real Estate Investors Association in Charlotte NC, a not-for-profit organization that has over 350 members and is the local chapter of the National Real Estate Investors Association.
In addition to conducting his own sold out 3 day Dream Big & Wakeup Wealthy Boot Camps several times a year, he is also an active real estate investor and speaks at various Real Estate Investment Associations about investing and finance.
His new home study course, The Ultimate Buying & Selling Machine. has been a HUGE SUCCESS selling out 4 times within a 7-day period and the orders and testimonies keep rolling in!!.
His latest software, Ultimate Property Analyzer, has already been released and has rapidly gained popularity as a valuable tool for new and experienced investors alike.
Between speaking engagements and mentoring other Investors, he oversees the daily operations of Investors Rehab, Inc., of which he is a co-founder and officer.
Investors Rehab, Inc. is a real estate investment company that buys and wholesales 10-15 houses per month to other investors at 70% of ARV.
On a personal note, Larry and his wife, Pam, have two children, Linda and Noah. He is a member of River Hills Community Church in Lake Wylie, SC and plays guitar in the Church Praise Team.
As a Husband, Father, Business Man and Real Estate Investor, Larry holds true to his core values and moral integrity. His personal and business motto is, "People & Principles before Profits"
If you would like to learn more about wholesaling properties, this is your opportunity!
Charleston REIA is a group of real estate investors from throughout the tri-county area who meet on a regular basis to share information, leads and contacts, and to help each other learn more about real estate investing through bi-monthly educational meetings, subgroup meetings and other events to maximize their success.
If you are looking for "like-minded" people ...this is the place!
Since this is Larry's first visit to our Charleston REIA, we are expecting a big crowd, so please, get there early so that you can get checked in and get a good seat before he starts..Sorry, late arrivals will not be allowed in.
First time guests are FREE!
The Charleston Real Estate Investors Association meet at the N. Charleston Inn, 2934 W. Montague Ave. N. Charleston, SC 29418.
Service and support like this, is why Debbie Kidd, Director of the Charleston Family Services, is considered the best friend to local Charleston, SC homeowners who are victims of the current economy, and she will be the guest speaker at the Charleston Real Estate Investors Association on Tuesday, July 7th 2009.
Kidd will also highlight her agency's Employee Assistance Program.
Whether you are just starting out in real estate investing, or are working on your hundredth deal, Charleston REIA can help you learn more, earn more, and have more fun doing it.
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