The Lowest Life Form: Those Who Prey On Dreams

Like many other baby boomers, I dreamed of getting rich - and quickly.

Growing up when real estate investing was the thing, I read every book by every guru I could get my hands on. I subscribed to their newsletters. (I would have bought CDs and DVDs but they weren’t popular yet.) I figured it was only a matter of time before I was driving my own Cadillac (the car of choice in the '70s).

I did everything the real estate books said. But I didn't get rich. In fact, I almost lost everything.

Fortunately, I stayed the course. I learned through real-world setbacks and experiences and finally became a proficient real estate investor and developer.

Today, I hate real estate promoters, late-night infomercials, and get-rich-quick events.

I hate people and organizations who prey on people's dreams.

We all dream - whether to be rich, good-looking or famous. But the process is hard work, a steep climb to success. By definition winners are those who work harder, persist longer, and commit more than anyone else.

But the 'quickers' - who sell instant, pain-free whatever - want to confuse. They want you to believe if you just buy their product or attend their event, you'll have access to a short-cut, a secret and an easier route to your dreams.

These people are the lowest of the low.

People dream – that is human nature. Dreams keep people going because dreams are fueled by hope. I want to be a source of guidance to dreamers. I want to help people understand the REAL real estate business so they can make good decisions.

To those who ply on dreams, you are dirt.

You take advantage of people where they are most vulnerable. You target people trying to lift themselves up and improve their lives. You sell crap because it is easy - people want to believe there is a better way. You see people in need and decide to push sugar water.

Please just go away.