HUGE tax sales abound around the country. Post 110


Nearly 700 properties have delinquent property tax payments Clay County is preparing for possibly the biggest tax sale it has ever had. Clay County Auditor Mary Jo Alumbaugh said. “In total, there are about $1.5 million in delinquent taxes on those properties.” Alumbaugh added the loss of those tax dollars affects all taxing units, including […] . . .

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Where should I invest? Post 109


Coach Mitch’s REFLECTIONS   Where should you invest? This is actually a very good question. The determination of where to invest in real estate can be relatively complicated. Consider some of the relevant issues that can influence your decision as to where you should invest: timing, price, severe weather, climate, employment issues, transportation, taxes, population […] . . .

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Now is the time to invest. Post 108


Coach Mitch’s REFLECTIONS   Timing is everything How many times have you heard this cliché? Too many times, right? We are told by experts that a stock is “ripe” and ready to move – timing. We see a fad, like the pet rock, and wish that we had created something like it to take advantage […] . . .

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Newbies must understand FMV. Post 106


Coach Mitch’s REFLECTIONS   Starting out is scary We always feel nervous when starting any enterprise or project. We are full of hope and optimism. We have visions where “only the good stuff” happens; where we come home with that BIG check; mama is proud, the kids are happy and secure, and the wife has […] . . .

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Let’s all speak the same tax foreclosure language. Post 105


Coach Mitch’s REFLECTIONS   Gurus are getting it wrong I don’t know why it is but all too many Gurus’ are not using the basic tax delinquent terms correctly. When examining their complete statement, I know that they “get it,” the theory, however very often the terminology is being wrongly used. Incorrect usage of terms […] . . .

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Real Estate Investing Behavior. Post 103


Coach Mitch’s REFLECTIONS Not all systems are good Think about this idea for a minute. How often do we give in? We do some bad behavior that we know is not good, but we do it anyway. Our brain and persona are comfortable with our bad behavior. We have internalized (systematized) our bad habits until […] . . .

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For every DOWN there is an UP-portunity. Post 102


Coach Mitch’s REFLECTIONS   The world is upside down There is a perception gaining hold that the world heading to a cataclysm, as least the financial world. Commodities are up, like oil, gold and other basic metals, food cost is up, inflation is up, unemployment is up, the money supply is way up, interest rates […] . . .

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REI Coach – revisited. Post 101


Coach Mitch’s REFLECTIONS   Seeking the secrete handshake Every potential Coaching student grills me. I understand this. I do the same when I purchase anything new. They are trying to make sure that my Real Estate Investing “System” will be the answer to their dreams. It is as if the knowledge of “what to do” […] . . .

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REI Coach – Post 100


Coach Mitch’s REFLECTIONS   One of the services I offer is to teach my methods to special students. When I take on a student, I get a significant fee. Still, a very high percentage of those who I speak with take on this service, and for good reason. It takes talent Those who desire to […] . . .

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The future US – Post 99


Coach Mitch’s REFLECTIONS   Doom The sky is falling! Just look at all the houses for sale. See the falling prices! Feel the pain! The prediction for next year is “more of the same.” No one is safe. Gloom Parents are losing jobs as employers lay off workers. Banks close and money has gone from […] . . .

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