OfflineI am starting this journal as a personal accountability system for myself. Nothing like putting yourself in a public forum/spotlight to feel the pressure!
I'll save my past and sad story for my bio (and for opportune moments on stage 
). For now, I have recently purchased one of Dean's programs, The Rock Bottom Blueprint.
I've begun watching the many hours upon hours of information. I could spend a week watching, taking notes, scheming, and learning more and more. I have never had a problem watching, reading and learning though. My issue has always been taking ACTION!
To counter this, I made my goal list and worked backwards with steps to reach my goals. One goal is to close a deal in 35 days. To do this I need to build my team and my buyers list. Even though I work ~60 hours a week on a graveyard shift, I will focus on realistic goals to accomplish my 35 day goal.
Week 1 goals:
To build my team, I will contact 4-5 real estate offices a day until I have 4 real estate agents working different areas for me. I will also use the resources of the agents to identify reliable team members for other positions (title, contractors, etc.).
To begin my buyers list, I will place 3-4 ads on free websites (such as craigslist) daily, locate REI clubs and groups in close areas, and strategic use of bandit signs.
I’ll post as often as I have an update. Let the games begin!
Ok, so one day down with no true results. But I think the phone calls will be easier as I go on. And my methods for gaining buyers can only improve with practice.
Contacted 4 real estate offices with no success. Reached one real estate agent who wasn't inclined to work with investors and let 3 voice mails. I will try calling in the AM before I get some rest; may have better luck.
My ads placed in craigslist haven't received any attention. I will take a look, compare to templates and suggestions in Dean's books, and then recast my fishing line to see what I can get.
Wish me luck.
I found an agent open to work with investors. . . AND a contractor for making quick repairs . . . AND a few good leads on properties.
I feel productive and have a few ideas in my head about which property would be better for which strategy.
Now I need to research some more on the actual bidding, offer, agreement, and contract bit. I know some parts and clauses of the contract, but I have no clue how to go about putting it together and submitting to a seller and another to a buyer. Any direction or advice for a new investor?