"Lamar, You need to Put Your Dreams on Hold..."
This was by far the worst advice I have ever received. It was about two years ago before I got out of the Army. It was from a Supervisor of mine, who shall be left unnamed. You see, when I was getting out of the Army, there were some people encouraging me and supporting my decision, but there were a whole lot of people trying to stop me from getting out. I was hearing so many excuses about why I should get out!
"You're so young...you already did 5 years, why not stay in and do 20 years, then retire!"
"You have a family to think about, stop thinking about yourself."
"It will be tough for you to find a job on the outside."
"No civilian job will offer you the same benefits as the Army will."
blah blah blah blah blah!
All these excuses and much more were drilled inside of me everyday. I was starting to get a little fearful, if I was making the right decision.... Could I really handle the Civilian World? After all, the army was all knew. I joined straight out of High School....
My supervisor sat me down in her office and decided to have a one on one conversation. I started telling her about all my dreams and goals that I had planned after I got out of the Army and the direction I wanted to go in for my family and I. Now my supervisor, who was in the Army for well over 20 years, told me that I needed to stop being selfish. She told me that my dreams were finished. (Just to remind you I was 23 at the time.) She said that the job I was planning to get wasn't paying enough...(which it does...), then she started going into telling me, how I need to support my family better, by really thinking through this tough decision. She said, You need to put your dreams on hold." You have a family to think about now! It's not about you!
Once, I heard those words, I was pissed! There was no way in hell I was going to just put my dreams on hold at the age of 23, or any age for that matter. I don't care how young or old I am, I will always have a goal in mind and I will always go after that. So, I said to her...."I can't do that. I can't put my dreams on hold. That's crazy!"
Her intentions may have been good, but...the advice was not for me...
She said, "OK, I just don't want you sending me an email 6 months later, telling me how you should have listened to me...I've had many people do just that, you know"
Now, I never said it was all about me. In fact, the decision I made didn't have too much to do with me...However I was to be included, nonetheless. The decision I made was for my family and I. I knew deep down inside that everything would be OK. I had a nice job lined up. I planned to really kick my Real Estate Business into hard gear and on top of that it was a Family Decision, so I was far from being selfish. In spite of all the great benefits, the awesome job security, and the $22, 500 Reenlistment Bonus (6 more years. lol), I stood my ground and said, "NO!. I said no because I kept my eye on my goal. There was no way in hell I was going to be swayed by excuses and Dollar $igns.
Now fast forward to today, (about 2 years later)....and I'm still working that nice job I had lined up. I kicked my Real Estate Business into Overdrive! Hence this newsletter... And my family is doing just fine. I never looked back! I never needed to send her an email about how I made such a horrible decision, because it wasn't. In fact, it was a great decision. It was tough, but that decision literally changed my LIFE! No Excuses! I'm doing it. Whatever it Takes!
How many excuses are in your life now and are holding you back from accomplishing your goals?
How much of an influence do they have over you?
How long will it take for you to let them go and pursue you goals?
Have you made decisions that have completely changed your life?
Were those decisions through fear of excuses in your life or was it a decision made through determination?
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Monday, May 26, 2008
A Moment of Silence....Happy Memorial Day!
It is now 3:00pm EST. Could you please take a moment of silence for the brave men & women who have sacrificed there lives for their country. It only needs to be for 1 minute. If you're reading this after 3pm, then that's ok, you can still take a momentof silence....it will be ok.
I hope you enjoy your day with Family and friends...
Now for my little War Story :-)...
When I was in the Military, fighting in Iraq & Kuwait for the first time, was a strange experience.
Imagine being 19yrs old, millions of miles of way from what you know as civilization.
Imagine leaving behind a pregnant girlfriend(now wife) and seeing the tears roll down her face, as you driveaway (maybe forever), and being told that you'll get to see her soon, there's a War to fight!
Imagine seeing and hearing about soldiers dying everyday, knowing you might be next.
Imagine hiding under bunkers everyday because of incoming scud missles soaring in from above. The only warning we got, was some guy on the loud speaker saying, LIGHTNING, LIGHTNING, LIGHTNING!
Some soldiers didn't even get a warning...
Imagine working with the locals of Iraq & Kuwait for the first time, wondering if they were going to turn on you, or if they were talking about you in there own languge. (By the way, I befriended many of them.)
Imagine your Commander in Chief standing in front of America saying, "Mission Accomplished"!! Then 2 months later you get military orders extending you for up to 1 year. Then your superior tells you, looks like you're not going to be able to be there for the pregnancy. Sorry...
Imagine after the "Mission being Accomplished", hearing more and more soldiers dying ever day and watching CNN only report half of it.
Imagine standing in a long line for literally hours, just to make a 15 minute phonecall, to hear...It's a Boy!
Imagine soldiers asking you, "Hey SGT, when are we going home." and all you could say was, "Soon..."
Some may think I'm complaining, but I'm just letting you know what it's really like. We sacrifice more than just our lives, but we don't hold it against anyone. We don't go around bragging or throwing it in your face. It wouldn't be right for us to do that.
I along with other soldiers, took every mission they threw our way with care & passion because we knew the rest of America and our families were counting on us.
Although I didn't WANT to DIE for America, I was willing to, if that was what it took to protect the freedom of America.
We accepted Death as a price to pay, just to protect your freedom!Many people think we're crazy, and maybe some of us are :-), but we just want your Support!
In reality, we took an oath and we stand by our word.
This We'll Defend!
Army Strong!
Happy Memorial Day!
Former SGT J.Lamar Ferren, Sr.
Ps. I got out the Army because my obligation was complete and for various other reasons, but I will never regret the experience I had...and I will Never Forget those who payed the ultimate price....
http://www.lamarbuyshomes.com/
http://www.forsalebylamar.com/
I hope you enjoy your day with Family and friends...
Now for my little War Story :-)...
When I was in the Military, fighting in Iraq & Kuwait for the first time, was a strange experience.
Imagine leaving behind a pregnant girlfriend(now wife) and seeing the tears roll down her face, as you driveaway (maybe forever), and being told that you'll get to see her soon, there's a War to fight!
Imagine seeing and hearing about soldiers dying everyday, knowing you might be next.
Imagine hiding under bunkers everyday because of incoming scud missles soaring in from above. The only warning we got, was some guy on the loud speaker saying, LIGHTNING, LIGHTNING, LIGHTNING!
Some soldiers didn't even get a warning...
Imagine working with the locals of Iraq & Kuwait for the first time, wondering if they were going to turn on you, or if they were talking about you in there own languge. (By the way, I befriended many of them.)
Imagine your Commander in Chief standing in front of America saying, "Mission Accomplished"!! Then 2 months later you get military orders extending you for up to 1 year. Then your superior tells you, looks like you're not going to be able to be there for the pregnancy. Sorry...
Imagine after the "Mission being Accomplished", hearing more and more soldiers dying ever day and watching CNN only report half of it.
Imagine standing in a long line for literally hours, just to make a 15 minute phonecall, to hear...It's a Boy!
Imagine soldiers asking you, "Hey SGT, when are we going home." and all you could say was, "Soon..."
Some may think I'm complaining, but I'm just letting you know what it's really like. We sacrifice more than just our lives, but we don't hold it against anyone. We don't go around bragging or throwing it in your face. It wouldn't be right for us to do that.
I along with other soldiers, took every mission they threw our way with care & passion because we knew the rest of America and our families were counting on us.
Although I didn't WANT to DIE for America, I was willing to, if that was what it took to protect the freedom of America.
We accepted Death as a price to pay, just to protect your freedom!Many people think we're crazy, and maybe some of us are :-), but we just want your Support!
In reality, we took an oath and we stand by our word.
This We'll Defend!
Army Strong!
Happy Memorial Day!
Former SGT J.Lamar Ferren, Sr.
Ps. I got out the Army because my obligation was complete and for various other reasons, but I will never regret the experience I had...and I will Never Forget those who payed the ultimate price....
http://www.lamarbuyshomes.com/
http://www.forsalebylamar.com/
Thursday, May 8, 2008
The Hot Deal has Arrived!
It has finally arrived and I doubt it will last long! There isa thin line between a risky deal and a No Brainer! This my friend,is a No Brainer!
Unfortunately, My partner shot down my idea of naming yourprice on this one, BUT I'm sure you wouldn't frown on getting aproperty for 60 cents on the dollar, right?
On top of that, I'm sure you wouldn't frown upon $68,000 in InstantEquity and Monthly Cashflow!
Plus, I even prove to you that you can invest in this deal from anystate!
I've also added a special bonus that will practically guaranteeyour success in making money with this deal!
Hurry! Because this is going out to my entire Investor List and ifnobody snatches it up within the next 48hrs, then I'm putting itout to the world! Again, this will not last long!
http://www.forsalebylamar.com/listing.php?id=18
Your Friend,
J.Lamar Ferren, Sr.
New Breed Real Estate Investor
Ps: If you're standing on the sidelines watchingdeals like these fly by, and you haven't even completed your firstdeal, then this is your time to shine! This isn't a risky deal.It's simply a No Brainer!
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Hot Real Estate Deal Coming Soon!
I just wanted to send you a quick email about a Hot Wholesaledeal I have coming very soon!
I'll give you a heads up on some details...It's located in Decatur, GA.
(I'll prove to you why that doesn't matter, even if your out of state)
Rehab costs will be about $20K
After Repair Value is less than $200K and more than $150K.
(You'll find out exactly how much very soon)
And I might even give you the opportunity to name your price.
I'm still thinking about that one, as it would be a first. If I doallow you to name your price, I'll even throw in a hint for you. My partner will probably slap me for this, but when you make an offer, it should be less than...
****You'll Find out Soon**** (Whoever comes close gets the deal!)
Who tells you stuff like this?? Only someone who wants to see you succeed and have fun.
A New Breed Investor!
Plus, I don't have any bosses when it comes to this biz! I run myown show! I'm in control of my life. (At least untilmy wife comes on board...)
Anyway, there will be an assignment fee involved, but I'll make it fair enough, so the deal will still be attractive for you.Remember, I might let you name the price. I really don't expectthis deal to last too long...
I'll even help you find a Handy Man Service! I'm even going to offer my services to help you get the property filled fast, by assisting you with the marketing after you finish the rehab.
Only if you want!
You should expect this email Very Soon!
I'll let you know well in advance either way.
Nobody has this information yet, as I'm only keeping it exclusively to my Investor List. If nobody bites within 24-48hrs after I release it, then I'm releasing it to the World!
Have a good one!
Your Friend,
J.Lamar Ferren
New Breed Real Estate Investor
Ps: Do You Have the Real Estate Investor's Secret Weapon? Find out more by Clicking HERE
I'll give you a heads up on some details...It's located in Decatur, GA.
(I'll prove to you why that doesn't matter, even if your out of state)
Rehab costs will be about $20K
After Repair Value is less than $200K and more than $150K.
(You'll find out exactly how much very soon)
And I might even give you the opportunity to name your price.
I'm still thinking about that one, as it would be a first. If I doallow you to name your price, I'll even throw in a hint for you. My partner will probably slap me for this, but when you make an offer, it should be less than...
****You'll Find out Soon**** (Whoever comes close gets the deal!)
Who tells you stuff like this?? Only someone who wants to see you succeed and have fun.
A New Breed Investor!
Plus, I don't have any bosses when it comes to this biz! I run myown show! I'm in control of my life. (At least untilmy wife comes on board...)
Anyway, there will be an assignment fee involved, but I'll make it fair enough, so the deal will still be attractive for you.Remember, I might let you name the price. I really don't expectthis deal to last too long...
I'll even help you find a Handy Man Service! I'm even going to offer my services to help you get the property filled fast, by assisting you with the marketing after you finish the rehab.
Only if you want!
You should expect this email Very Soon!
I'll let you know well in advance either way.
Nobody has this information yet, as I'm only keeping it exclusively to my Investor List. If nobody bites within 24-48hrs after I release it, then I'm releasing it to the World!
Have a good one!
Your Friend,
J.Lamar Ferren
New Breed Real Estate Investor
Ps: Do You Have the Real Estate Investor's Secret Weapon? Find out more by Clicking HERE
Getting Paid 3 times on 1 Deal!!
What if I told you that you could get paid 3 times on 1 real Estate Deal? We're talking literally thousands of dollars here. I'm not bluffing.
>>> Find out HERE
On top of that, what if I could practically guarantee your success, by personally helping you make that happen. I'll be buy your side the entire way, until your proprerty is filled or until you tell me to go away.... Whichever comes first!
I'm a key believer in providing value, as I know I'll get the same in return. That's not the only reason I do what I do, but it's the most important.
To find out more about this deal, Click HERE
Your Friend,
J.Lamar Ferren
New Breed Real Estate Investor
Ps. If you haven't even completed your first deal yet, then this just could be it! Click HERE
>>> Find out HERE
On top of that, what if I could practically guarantee your success, by personally helping you make that happen. I'll be buy your side the entire way, until your proprerty is filled or until you tell me to go away.... Whichever comes first!
I'm a key believer in providing value, as I know I'll get the same in return. That's not the only reason I do what I do, but it's the most important.
To find out more about this deal, Click HERE
Your Friend,
J.Lamar Ferren
New Breed Real Estate Investor
Ps. If you haven't even completed your first deal yet, then this just could be it! Click HERE
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