Into The Wild

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Has anyone seen the movie Into The Wild? It is the true story of Christopher McCandless. After graduating from Emory University, he leaves everything behind to venture off to his ultimate destination, Alaska. During his 2 year journey, he encounters people from all walks of life, living on his own terms.

His story can be perceived as one of selfishness, because he does not inform anyone of his departure nor contacts anyone during his journey OR one of self-purpose. A man who wants to experience life, living off the land as our forefathers once did.

The movie is based on the 1996 non-fiction book by the same name authored by Jon Krakauer. You will appreciate the passion Chris has for taking the direction of his life in his own hands. He donates $24,000 to charity (his life savings), cuts up his credit cards, destroys his ID documents and eventually loses his car.

Chris was a man set forth to control his own destiny, not letting anyone else tell him how to live. He didn't want someone else to control the outcome of his life, he did it on his own.
Here is a glimpse of Into The Wild. It is a must see movie, especially if you want to control your own destiny!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDorNilxPUY&feature=related

Here is to you Chris McCandless / Alexander Supertramp for controlling your own destiny! You deserve the respect for being the ultimate warrior entrepreneur!

Tony

Time To Change - Americans Struggling

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Here is an article on Yahoo!News online. More than half of the American population is struggling.

How could this be in the Land of Opportunity? We live in a country where opportunity for unlimited success exists.

Why are so many people struggling to get by? It cannot be lack of opportunity.

Is it time to re-evaluate your life? People were so happy once. Are you on the downside in the life circle?

Where do you want to be? Happy? Healthy? Financially secure?

What is your next move? Change or continue to Accept....

http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20090116/pl_afp/financeeconomyus_20090116152133

Enjoy....I think?

Tony

Here Come The Lawsuits

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Here is a story from MSN.com's Money section.

I feel this will be going on for quite some time. You?

Fraud, discrimination, predatory lending, dings on your credit, even bad customer service.

As you know, America is the most litigious country in the world. My home state of IL, (last time I heard) is the most litigious state in the country.

It is time for change!

Start taking back your financial life, get educated so you do not fall into a negative statistical category.

I almost ask myself, When will I be listened too? *

*Editor's Note: Listen to what you want, and deserve!

Why do I say this? Because people seem to love negativity more than being positive.

You wonder why the wealthy get wealthier? Financial Literacy and Continued Education!!

I Repeat: Financial Literacy and Continued Education!!

http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/StockInvestingTrading/housing-crash-spawns-big-lawsuits.aspx

Enjoy!

Tony

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Foreclosures for 2008

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My home state of Illinois made the top 10, ranking 9th in the country for states with the most foreclosure filings in 2008. Nearly 100,000 Notice of Defaults (NOD) went out to property owners. This is a 55% increase from 2007 and a 126% increase from 2006.

Nationwide, more than 2.3 million foreclosure filings went out to property owners. California, Florida and Arizona were the top 3 states to have foreclosure filings issued to their property owners. Nationally this is a 81% increase from the 2007 and a 225% increase from 2006.

What does this mean?

It depends on who you are and what you perceive.

To many it means the end of days and we are eternally doomed. For others like myself, it "screams" more opportunity. Opportunity to assist others, provide education to those who want to learn, and turn this foreclosure mess into growth, creating personal success. Also, to provide people with affordable housing because investors know how to buy for pennies on the dollar.

There is no reason to dwell on what has happened. Everyone needs to keep moving forward.

You can sit back and wonder what happened or move on. Now is the time, more than ever, to learn how to make this into a business for yourself resulting in increasing your retirement portfolio.

What is your perception of all these foreclosures?

Tony

Pennies on the Dollar

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Everyone! Real Estate is inexpensive these days!

Why do people buy more in a market when prices go up and not when they are as cheap as today?

Answer: Lack of education and FEAR! Fear stems and is brought to you by....you know the answer.

Here is an article from Forbes.com Home sales may be rising, but motivated sellers are asking less.

http://finance.yahoo.com/real-estate/article/106439/Where-U.S.-Home-Sales-Are-Rising

Treat real estate investing as a business and you will have a better chance of succeeding!

Enjoy the article!

Tony

Loss of Control

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Why are people sold on their equity as being a major contributor for their retirement funds? Keep reading.

This seems to apply to those who work for someone else.

Why are people sold on giving their hard earned money to someone else to invest in companies they have no clue about? Loss of control.

This also seems to apply to those who work for someone else.

Do you ask your company's financial planner to look at the strength of the financial's of the companies in which they are going to invest your hard earned money? No? Real Loss of Control

This seems to continue to apply to those who work for someone else.

A lot of people refinanced their homes to pay off debt, extending that debt over 30 years. Yes, they opened up monthly cash, but at the same time they jacked up their credit cards again and they spend that monthly cash because they cannot live without the newest toy. This cannot be denied! This is sold to everyone on a 24/7 basis. It is never ending unless you change your ways! Again, look at the first question I asked.

I'm aware of other reasons - medical, divorce, loss of job.

For those who work for someone else, the trend seems to be that they have NO CONTROL over their hard earned money. They have a higher tax bracket than business owners, they are not educated on controlling their finances, and they think it's cool to have the latest toy to keep up with the status quo.

It is time to start taking control of your financial well being. Start your own business and invest in cash producing assets. These cash producing assets can pay for your liabilities. I must be clear on this: Control yourself and your finances even when you get to this point. You can make a lot and still spend the amount made. You need to control and discipline yourself.

Education is key to being successful!

Do you want to be successful and live like the wealthy do? Contact me!

Control or loss of control...your choice!

Tony