It can be tempting to sit in bed with your computer on your lap to work. But the reality is that working (whether for enjoyment or business) at home can be incredibly distracting. “I should really...
A Microfinance Opportunity in Uganda
I want to share with you all something big that is going on with my two nonprofits, Tricord Global and Wealthbuilders. On Friday I got back from a weeklong trip in Uganda. I was there with Andrew...
What Real Estate Investors Need to Know About Section 8 Housing
Last week, I started the discussion on why investing in Section 8 Housing can be advantageous–despite what some investors will tell you. This week, I'm going to break down things you need to know...
Five Advantages of Section 8 Housing for Real Estate Investors
I personally like Section 8 Housing. Section 8 is a department in the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that provides housing to low-income individuals through rental assistance. This is how it...
Wealthbuilders Conference Take-Aways for Real Estate Investors
During the Wealthbuilders Launch Conference I hosted this past weekend, I took a couple of sessions to delve into real estate issues. As a part of Wealthbuilders, we teach people to to gain and...
Wealthbuilders Conference Take-Aways for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
I had my good friend Paul Milligan speak at the Wealthbuilders Launch Conference I hosted this weekend–and man did he bring some strong material! At this first Wealthbuilders conference, we really...
Prepare for 2015 by Visiting Present, Past and Future
For a lot of us, the last week of December is vacation time. It’s a time to rest, to run around seeing family and to gear up for the new year. But this holiday season can really fly by. So make sure...
Ten Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs: Part Two
Last week, I started talking about characteristics that successful entrepreneurs have. We worked through the first five, but I've got more! These last characteristics have a lot to do with why you...
Six Ways to Survive (and Love) December
The month of December can be a nightmare. Travel, budgets, presents, traditions, family, work craziness... It's easy to be bogged down, exhausted and miserable about the schedule, or maybe even the...
Featured Follower: Estevan Rocha
Meet Estevan Rocha. Wondering who Estevan is? Estevan is a loving father and husband in Saginaw, Michigan. He is someone to look out for as he starts off in real estate and is constantly exercising...
Question and Answer: Rent-to-Own Vs. Land Contract
Recently, a friend of mine and frequent blog reader asked me a real estate question about a house he's interested in. I love taking people's questions, but also want to share that information with...
Ten Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs: Part One
In my years of working as an entrepreneur, I've made some mistakes. But these have lead me to drafting an understanding of what sort of person it really takes to succeed as an entrepreneur. The...