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  1. LagunaLauren

    Advice on Turning My Shit Life Around?

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    As a "chick", I agree with Kwerner. I think it was Wayne Gretzky that said "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take". From a woman's perspective, I know it sucks to be a guy feeling the pressure to approach a girl with the possible fear of rejection. In my experience, my friends and I were...
  2. LagunaLauren

    Advice on Turning My Shit Life Around?

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    Geez, Ryan! I'm seriously sorry to hear how you're feeling and concerned about you as well!! I PROMISE you that although it's difficult to look past your current situation, things WILL GET BETTER! Suicide only brings pain to those who love you and care about you. I agree completely with...
  3. LagunaLauren

    Buy Apartments w/ Zero Money Down & Bad Credit

    Great posts here. And yes, the big "secret" alluded to here about "how to buy apt bldgs with no money/no credit" is owner carry-back (or hard money lenders). Save your money by not buying that person's regurgitated "system". You're getting better advice here on this post/forum.
  4. LagunaLauren

    It's right in front of you, you just cannot see it.

    MINDSET 
    Try different things and be open to different avenues. By actually getting into it and doing it, you'll see quickly what works and what doesn't. More ideas, opportunities and people will come together for you. Best of luck!
  5. LagunaLauren

    Valedictorian Speaks Out Against Schooling in Graduation Speech

    MINDSET 
    Re: Valedictorian Speaks Out Against Schooling in Graduation Spee WOW!! Powerful speech! I'm not worried about Erica's future at all! She's so enlightened and mature. I'm sure she'll succeed on her own chosen path. Hopefully she'll enjoy college more, where hopefully her thirst for true...
  6. LagunaLauren

    It's right in front of you, you just cannot see it.

    MINDSET 
    Speed+++ More power to you! Even outrageous goals can be broken down into small doable pieces. I also used to get overwhelmed staring into the chasm between where I was and where I wanted to be (like my 1st Million-dollar in a year goal). There's a technique called mind mapping that helps. In...
  7. LagunaLauren

    6 year old girl sells lemonade to pay for chemotherapy

    Any idea that results in money going to a charitable cause is a good idea. We've tried to instill the idea of philanthropy in our children starting at an early age, but I'm shocked at how much they absorbed and embraced our example. My 9 & 6-yr old girls made a batch of cookies from scratch...
  8. LagunaLauren

    At a crossroads right now, need suggestions.

    MINDSET 
    HAHAHAHAAAAAA!! Yeah, now that you mention it, I do kinda miss Tae Kwon Do and Jiu Jitsu.
  9. LagunaLauren

    College....i.s it worth it ?

    Lol. I'm not exactly a stud, but thanks for the compliment! Nothing wrong with Ramen! Those are some yummy salty noodles! I had my share in college too!
  10. LagunaLauren

    College....i.s it worth it ?

    OK I gotta jump in here. I wholeheartedly agree with going to college. A good education is worth it on so many levels. Even if your intention is to become an entrepreneur, the ability to communicate intelligently (speaking and writing well) helps immensely. I went to a large university to get...
  11. LagunaLauren

    At a crossroads right now, need suggestions.

    MINDSET 
    Great decision-glad to hear you're playing football! The biggest part of success is being happy, not just chasing money. If football makes you happy, do it. And yes, if being an entrepreneur is important to you, you can dedicate time to your business efforts also. It will take some sacrifices...
  12. LagunaLauren

    At a crossroads right now, need suggestions.

    MINDSET 
    PLAY FOOTBALL! You have lots of time to make money. This football gig is a limited time offer. Read "Play to Win" by Venus Williams. Not really a book she wrote or about her. All short story case studies by the most super-successful business people and entrepreneurs. Know what the common...
  13. LagunaLauren

    How can we as fastlaners capatlize thread.

    IDEA 
    Opportunities not just in educating the public, but also in providing them with products as solutions. My former personal trainer researched diabetic food products and acquired some for a former client who then spread the word about him and the products. My personal trainer accidentally fell...
  14. LagunaLauren

    Building Business Credit (resource I found)

    Though I currently have 3 LLCs for my different businesses, I have stupidly been using my PERSONAL credit for most EVERYTHING in the past; a lot of my real estate, cars, loans, etc. I recently started looking into building business credit & wanted to share a great resource I stumbled upon...
  15. LagunaLauren

    Where do you advertise your rentals?

    REAL ESTATE 
    Has anyone had a bad experience putting flyers directly in the yard? I had one of my higher-end homes LIQUIDATED when it was vacant. They took everything from the appliances (fridge, dishwashers, stove, etc) to even the toilets, sinks, faucets and light fixtures. I didn't have a sign in the...
  16. LagunaLauren

    WE WON! (#1 Hotel in all of Wine Country)

    HOT! 
    CONGRATULATIONS!!! What a huge win! I am impressed, but I am MORE impressed by the unbelievably great comments posted on the blog! You definitely go above and beyond in accommodations and how you treat your guests. They obviously recognize and appreciate your efforts. That's the true measure...
  17. LagunaLauren

    Just when things start turning around...

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    Ryan- Congratulations on your great news so far! I'm confident that everything will turn out well for you. I know it's easy to get the crap scared out of you with these things, but please try to stay positive throughout this. Your mind is capable of creating so much more stuff in your body than...
  18. LagunaLauren

    How do you charge for long term property rentals?

    REAL ESTATE 
    I charge security deposit equivalent to 1 month's rent and 1st months rent, not last also. Is a lot for a renter to pay out all at once. I typically do 1 year leases, then renew yearly or month-to-month. I don't do last month's rent up front, so there's no keeping it or returning it when the...
  19. LagunaLauren

    My neighbor's Bentley & 4 Ferraris (auction resource)

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    Russ- OMG!! I can't believe that Ferrari! You were right-looks fabulous in the first pics-armoralled tires and everything. Shocked by the other pics! Looks like it got eaten by a semi! crazy!
  20. LagunaLauren

    My neighbor's Bentley & 4 Ferraris (auction resource)

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    Yeah, he has a completely different business and mostly does this for fun to add to his personal collection. He'll sell some on the side and makes ~$250-300k extra annually, but mostly it's just to feed his personal exotic car fetish. I haven't asked what he wants for the F430 but I'm happy to...
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