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Summary: Good - if you want to know why RE is better than Shares
Review: This book has given me the inspiration to continue what I am doing. I know I am on the right path. I have not found a miracularous deal but I do believe that a coat of paint or new floor coverings does add value to a property. I also agree with the buy, hold and never sell principle...This book confirms that real estate is a better investment than other asset classes. That is the intent of the Book. Who wants to read a How to Book? Do it yourself and learn on the job. Its not that hard. That $10k is worth a hell of a lot more now than if I put that $10k in shares or managed funds some 7 yrs ago.
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Summary: review of audio CD
Review: I read the Rich Dad Poor Dad book in one evening and liked what I read so I wanted to get this CD. When I listened to this CD by Dolf de Roos I was amazed at two things: (1) Robert Kiyosaki isn't that verbally polished (he does the intro) and (2) this CD is interesting to start with but de Roos starts to wear on you after his endless rantings about investing in real estate vs. stocks. Regarding point 1 - if Kiyosaki really sounds like that and can get rich then it goes to show the common man can pull it off too. Don't let language or verbal skills hold up your plans on getting rich. On point 2 - de Roos is highly polished and it comes through very clearly but he sounds like a broken record as he looks at 1,000 angles on why real estate investments are wiser than stock investments. If you understand that already and want to know the how-to this CD isn't the place to find that out. In all, if you already know you want to invest in real estate then don't bother buying this CD since it is just a hype session on why you should do it. Your time is better spent looking for some real estate to invest in.
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Summary: Read This Book First
Review: Read this book first if you've ever thought about getting involved in Real Estate Investment. This will give you a foundation of thinking. It is NOT a "How-To" book by any stretch of the imagination. But it will get you started in the right direction. Shortly after reading this I met Dolf de Roos at a seminar. Granted he makes most of his current wealth off the speaking circuit, but if you listen (or read) and pay attention, you'll learn. It's a quick read, and worth the time and money.
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Summary: not for people with a financial background
Review: it's easy to read. but a summary of the book would probably fetch 2 pages. the writer tells us it's all very simple, which is probably true. but as with anything that is simple, you should be able to write that on 1 page. There must be better books out there.
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Summary: Tony Robbins for Real Estate
Review: This is a motivational / inspriational book, and provides very little *actionable* advice. If you are looking for information on "How to Become Rich Using Your Banker's Money" as the title indicates, you will be VERY disappointed.
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Summary: AWESOME!!!
Review: This book has absolutely changed my life... It gave me the tools and resources that has allowed me to be FINANCIAL FREE! Thank you so much Dolf de Roos! Samantha :)
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Summary: Great Book. Direct to the point and easy to absorb.
Review: This book is simply amazing!!! I am just starting to invest in Real Estate and I found the information in this book to be extremely helpful, especially the part on financing and taxes. Regardless the state of the economy, Real Estate is the best way to invest and this book can get you started on the right foot.
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Summary: A rah-rah book of the worst sort
Review: I've read my share of real estate books, and so far this is among the weakest. While de Roos makes a very convincing, enthusiastic, and verbose argument for *why* one should invest in real estate, he glosses over the mechanics and the "how-to" part promised by the title. I expected much better from someone recommended by Kiyosaki. I own the entire "Rich Dad" series but will think twice before buying anything else from the "Advisors" series.
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Summary: Puff
Review: The first half of this book is an intellectually insulting description of why you should invest in real estate, chapter after chapter covering what could have been said in a few pages. The second half of the book is better, but spends too much time talking about investing in New Zealand. The book oversimplifies investing, without digging in deeper on issues like operating costs for duplexes versus apartments etc. The book advocates maximum leverage without covering risks like rising interest rates, unexpected costs etc. The only useful info I found was in the discussion of internal rate of return for comparing investments. Don't expect any guidance on what costs you will really incur operating a property.
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Summary: Good Insights for thinking a bit more creatively
Review: This book provides a good introduction to "creative" real estate investing. It points out why real estate investing is a worthwhile pursuit for those who want to become wealthy via real assets. Mind you, this book is not an objective analysis of the pro's and con's of real estate investing, rather it makes a strong argument FOR real estate investing. In essence, it's a motivational type of book that is designed to "excite" the reader. For some of you, it would open your mind to how one can "creatively" and "dramatically" increase the value of investment real estate. It's best read with an open mind and a critical eye. It would also be helpful if you read other more "objective" real estate books in order to have a better perspective as to the advantages and pitfalls of real estate investments.
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