charleston happenings: Would you like to practice investing...without the real world risks? - 03/22/10 03:28 AM
Would you like to get out of the Rat Race?
Do you want your money to work for you... instead of you working for it?
If you are familiar with the book RICH DAD POOR DAD by Robert Kiyosaki, then you may have heard about CASHFLOW® 101 the Board Game - it actually came before the book. CASHFLOW® 101, the Board Game was created to teach people how to become a master of money and elevate their financial IQ".

You are invited to join the members of The Charleston Real Estate Investor's Association for the largest Cash Flow 101 Game … (0 comments)

charleston happenings: North Charleston Networking Group To Host Governor Mark Sanford - 03/05/10 09:43 AM
      PROFESSIONAL NETWORK CONNECTIONS
   North Charleston Business Builders Network
Meeting Notice                                           Meeting Notice
Tuesday, February 9th, 2010          Grand Buffett   (Tanger Outlet)   
11:30 a.m. - 1:00p.m.                  4950 Centre Point Drive
                                                  N. Charleston, SC 29418
   Special Guest Speaker         Governor Mark Sanford
We are please to have arguably, the BEST networker in South Carolina, Governor Mark Sanford  speak
to our N. Charleston Business Builders Network about his legislative plans that could affect the Charleston
area and will share his "secrets" to creating a powerful "Sphere of Influence" and networking partners for
life.
Members: This would be a GREAT opportunity to … (0 comments)

charleston happenings: Local Charleston Real Estate Investor Association Meets - 11/02/09 08:40 PM
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 doingwhat you want to do....FREE!
Over the past 6 months, we have provided you, our members, with the best, most knowledgeable,local … (0 comments)

charleston happenings: Local Charleston Real Estate Investor's Association Host Debbie Kidd, Director of Charleston Family Services - 07/05/09 02:40 AM
"Are you...
...afraid to answer the phone?                                                                                   
...afraid to open your mail or bills?
...receiving harassing calls from creditors at work or at home?
...using one credit card to pay off other credit cards?
...paying the majority of your bills late each month?
...behind on payments on your house or auto?
Take the first step toward financial freedom and contact the Consumer Credit Counseling Services division of Family Services, Inc. We offer:
Debt Management Program Budget Counseling Credit Improvement Workshops Homeownership Resources " Service and support like this, is why Debbie Kidd, Director of the Charleston Family Services, is … (0 comments)

charleston happenings: Is your present peer group giving you the support you need? - 06/07/09 11:07 AM
Hey everyone!
We are planning on starting a mastermind group in the Charleston area within the next week or so. ...

So far we have three members total and           
wanted to invite anyone in the Charleston
area who is interested in prosperity.
We're really excited and would love to take on
another member or two! Send me a message or reply to this if you're interested. 

I appreciate you!
Bobby Wallace
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charleston happenings: Pssssst...Looking For A Local Charleston Networking Group? - 06/01/09 10:31 AM
Need more referrals?
Need more business?
The Inaugural North Charleston Professional Network Connections
meeting will take place  Tuesday, June 9th,  2009,  11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
at Smokey Bones Restaurant, 7250 River's Avenue, North Charleston, SC.
Professional Network Connections offers small business owners and professionals
the opportunity to network, exchange leads & referrals, educational topics and
exclusivity by having only 1 member per profession/classification in each network.
RSVP to Bobby Wallace at 843-200-5617. For more information about Professional
Network Connections, email: ncharlestonpnc@gmail.com or visit www.Pnconnections.org
 
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charleston happenings: Who is the best CashFlow 101 player in Charleston, SC? - 05/26/09 12:48 AM
The Charleston Real Estate Investors Association will host their monthly
CashFlow 101 Tournament on Tuesday May, 26th 2009 at Shoneys on
Rivers Ave. North Charleston, SC
  
CashFlow 101 is Robert Kiyosaki's educational board game that teaches
Accounting, finance, and investing at the same time...and makes learning fun!
"On a recent evening I bought into a limited partnership, flipped a bed and breakfast for a quick profit, tripled my money on "OK4U" pharmaceutical stock. I also got downsized from my teaching job, bought a duplex and had a baby. After all that, I managed to get out of the proverbial … (0 comments)

charleston happenings: Charleston Real Estate Investor's Association to host Guerrilla Marketing Expert, Kevin Drum! - 05/04/09 02:43 PM
The Charleston Real Estate Investor's Association invites you to learn from local marketing professional and guerilla marketing coach, Kevin Drum with Titan Coaching, LLC. on Tuesday, May 5th 2009.

Kevin will discuss successful case studies of guerilla marketing efforts as well as ways to use guerilla marketing tactics for Realtors, Investors, and small business owners.
Sign in starts at 5:30 PM at the North Charleston Inn, 2934 W. Montague Ave. N. Charleston SC
For reservations call 843-200-5617 or visit http://www.charlestonrei.com
Guests are welcome!
 
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charleston happenings: Charleston REIA To Host North Charleston Police Chief Jon Zumalt - 04/20/09 09:45 AM
The Police Chief of the 3rd largest city in South Carolina,
North Charleston Police Chief Jon R. Zumalt will be the keynote
speaker at the April, 21st, 2009 Master Mind meeting.
Chief Zumalt began his career in law enforcement in 1980 when
he joined the Wichita Kansas Police Department as a reserve officer. 
This was the beginning of a 21 year career with the Wichita Police Department
where he held command positions in Patrol, Training, Special Operations,
Technical Services, Internal Affairs and Special Investigations.
In 2001 following a nationwide search, Chief Zumalt was hired by
Mayor Keith Summey to lead the City … (0 comments)

charleston happenings: It's finally here ~ the 23rd Annual World Grits Festival! - 04/17/09 03:43 AM
If you don't have any plans for this weekend, you might want to take a little drive
to St. George, S.C. (population 2,104) where they are expecting tens of thousands of
grits lovers, (and a few strange curiousity seekers) to help them celebrate their
23rd annual World Grits Festival.
Have you ever seen a "Grit Rolling Contest"?
C'mon..really?
Let me see if I can explain what you have missed: first, they fill a kiddie pool with with
cooked grits and then contestants (boys, girl, men & women) dive in and coat themselves
with as much grits as possible in 10 seconds!

    
Contestants … (0 comments)

charleston happenings: "What do you think of Donald Trump's comments? - 04/16/09 12:46 AM
Last night on Larry King, Donald Trunp was promoting his newest book, "Think Like A Champion"
and was asked by King, the same question that hundreds of people ask every day:
"What if you want to buy and you can't get the mortgage?"
"The Donald" never blinked as he responded:
"Larry, this is a great time to buy real estate. And as far as financing is concerned, the only financing -- the only financing you should be thinking about is seller financing. If the seller won't give you financing, don't do it, because the banks are not doing their job. They're not … (1 comments)

charleston happenings: Local Charleston Real Estate Investing Association offers free foreclosure class & home tour - 04/14/09 07:34 AM
The Charleston Real Estate Investor's Association will host the free 60 minute class
and tour and will have a real estate attorney, home inspector and mortgage specialist
available to answer questions.
 Only 20 seats are available.
To register for this free class, visit: FreeForeclsoureTourCharleston.com or call 1-800-896-0402.

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charleston happenings: Life Is Good In Charleston! - 04/12/09 06:45 AM
Today is an especially GREAT day to be above ground!
My kids came by to see me...
My Grandbabies are getting ready for an Easter Egg hunt...
The Braves are playing pretty good baseball..
The final round of the Masters is about to come on.. (Let's see if Tiger can make a charge!) 
Have a neice and her new  3 month old baby, (that we haven't see) on their way to visit..
Life is good in Charleston!

I am as happy as a hog in mud.  
Hope you enjoyed your Easter weekend as much as I did!
 
 
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charleston happenings: Will 259 Local Charleston Families Get Another "Band-Aid"? - 03/30/09 11:25 PM
Some of us have trouble remembering what got for a Christmas gift :)
so, I am not be surprised if a lot of folks will recall back in
October 2008, when Presidential candidate Barack Obama called for a
"90 Day Moratorium on Foreclosures"  http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/27163985/

Obama's plan was that banks who participated in the $700 billion Wall Street
bailout plan would "temprarily postpone foreclosures for families making good-faith
efforts to pay their mortgage.
"We need to give people the breathing room they need to get back on their feet,"
he said, adding that families living beyond their means share some of the
responsibility.
Why … (1 comments)

charleston happenings: Who is Frank Donatelli and How Can He Help You? - 03/27/09 12:51 AM
Please join me in welcoming Frank Donatelli to the Active Rain family!
Frank is a Property & Casualty agent with Christian-Co Insurance Agency in Charleston.
In the Coastal areas of South Carolina, a good Property & Casualty agent is an important
part of your team...so, if you have a question about Homeowners Insurance
(or Renter's coverage) , or the next time you are asked for a reliable, dependable
local Charleston Insurance Agent who can provide great service at an affordable price,
I humbly ask you to remember the name, "Frank Donatelli"
I appreciate him...you will too! 
Bobby Wallace
Charleston Real Estate Investor's Association
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charleston happenings: North Charleston Mayor Keith Summey To Be Guest Speaker At Charleston Real Estate Investor's Association - 03/17/09 01:45 AM
The Charleston Real Estate Investors Association is proud to announce that one of the most important political figures in South Carolina, North Charleston's Mayor Keith Summey will be speaking to our Mastermind Members on March 17th, 2009! 

Members will be able to ask questions about public safety, the continued revitalization of the Navy base, the development of Oak Terrace Preserve, the Mixon Avenue Project, Riverfront Park, Housing & Community Development, or anything else about North Charleston.
If you have never met Mayor Summey, upclose & personal, this would be a great opportunity to see how his economic vision and leadership … (0 comments)

charleston happenings: Nationally Recognized Foreclosure & Short Sale Expert To Speak Today At Charleston Real Estate Investor's Association Meeting - 03/02/09 10:24 PM
 
      
Due to the current economy and enormously high foreclosure rate right now, short sales has been a topic of great discussion over the past two years.
Nationally recognized as an expert in the ever-changing short sale process, David Oswald, will be the guest speaker at the Charleston Real Estate Investor's Association March 3rd 2009 meeting.  The location for the meeting will be at The North Charleston Inn, 2934 Montague Ave. N. Charleston, SC.29406.
"David Oswald is considered to be one of the top experts in the nation on the subject of foreclosure and short sales, " said … (0 comments)

charleston happenings: Hide The Women & Children ~ The Magnificent 7 Are Coming To Charleston! - 02/12/09 12:48 AM
A lot of us that were around back in the 60's, remember Steve McQueen, Yul Brynner. James Coburn, Charles Bronson, Robert Vaughn, Brad Dexter, & Horst Bucholz, teaming up to star, in what many movie fans would argue, is the greatest western of all time:
The Magnificent Seven!  
     
It is the story of seven highly skilled professionals that joined forces to help a small Mexican village. The original movie started a decade of great sequels, (The Guns of the Magnificent Seven, Return of the Magnificent Seven, etc) and helped pave the way for the "Spaghetti Westerns" that made Clint Eastwood (The Good, The Bad, … (0 comments)

charleston happenings: Who is Ron Ayers & How Can He Help You In 2009? - 02/02/09 10:44 AM
How Do "Flippers " Rehabbers and Top Investors Know Whether A Property Is A Real Deal...or A Real "Dog"?






Local Charleston Real Estate Investors Will Learn How To Can Research & Analyze Properties Without Waiting 2-3 Days For Your "Realtor Buddy" To get Back With You or Getting Dressed, Fighting Traffic, Finding A Parking Space, Clearing The Metal Detectors and Not Being Able To Find Anything In The Courthouse!
Learn what the "Investor Power Tool" is and how it can save you time, money and prevent gray hair!
Ronald C. Ayers, South Carolina and North … (0 comments)

charleston happenings: Is there anyone in Charleston that would like to learn "How to get out of the "Rat Race"? - 01/26/09 12:33 PM
In the history of our Cashflow 101 events, no one has repeated.
No one...ever!

So, there will be a lot of pressure on newcomer Tim Dorst, who is our reining CashFlow 101 Champion as he attempts something that has never been done before:

to successfully defend his CashFlow 101 title on Tuesday, January 27th, 2009 at Shoneys' Restaurant on Rivers Ave. in N. Charleston, S.C.
The "trash talking" from other Charleston Cashflow players has already began..
The doors open at 5:30 PM with the game starting at 6 PM.
CashFlow 101 is the popular board game created by Robert … (1 comments)