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The Recession Isn't What You'd Expect
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The Recession Isn't What You'd Expect

When will the next recession happen? 📉Most people say a variation of this…“This can’t go on for much longer.” ⏲“I’ll be ready to pounce on opportunities.”I see two problems with this.1️⃣ If most are...

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Ryan Narus
May 27, 2019
Luck
Deal Analysis

Luck

We closed a $10,500,000 deal in our 20s.It changed everything.How did we do it?This may surprise you.We got lucky. 🍀We were in the right place at the right time.I honestly don't know where we would...

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Ryan Narus
May 20, 2019
MMW: The Austin Powers Excuse Loop
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MMW: The Austin Powers Excuse Loop

The Austin Powers movies provided us with more than just laughs. It brings levity to the excuse loop we all fall victim to. On this Mid Month Wisdom, we will discuss what the Real Estate equivalent...

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Ryan Narus
May 15, 2019
An Important Question
Deal Analysis

An Important Question

Do you even enjoy the business? 😃👊🏼 If you don’t enjoy working with people in stressful situations, this business isn’t for you. 👊🏼 If you are running away from your corporate job and looking...

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Ryan Narus
May 13, 2019
Use All Sources
Deal Analysis

Use All Sources

We closed another park last week! 🙌From a surprising source…Loopnet. 🤨We have searched for deals online several times a month since 2016. No results. 😌When we first contacted the broker, the park...

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Ryan Narus
May 6, 2019
Charles DeHart: Database Legend
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Charles DeHart: Database Legend

If you want off market deals, the best way is via a database and direct out reach. But for purchase databases can be outdated and/or expensive. The Database Legend himself, Charles DeHart, joins us...

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Ryan Narus
May 1, 2019
Funny Tenant Story
Deal Analysis

Funny Tenant Story

This business brings us many humorous, entertaining stories.Today, I'll share one.A tenant brought in a family member to purchase a home.Me: We have an application process for every resident....

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Ryan Narus
Apr 28, 2019
MMW: Knowing What I know Now...
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MMW: Knowing What I know Now...

People often ask me what I’d do differently starting off knowing what I know now. My answer to that may surprise you. I'll cover that and detail how I would start over, knowing what I know...

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Ryan Narus
Apr 15, 2019
Three Legs of a Deal
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Three Legs of a Deal

Each deal has three essential parts: the willing seller, the money, and the operators. The necessity of each leg gives it inherent value, which you can monetize. On this episode, we'll discuss how...

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Ryan Narus
Apr 1, 2019
What Pivots Has Archimedes Group Made?
Deal Analysis

What Pivots Has Archimedes Group Made?

Any small business must make difficult choices to survive and thrive under intense competition. Ryan answers what early pivots Archimedes Group made to find their niche within a...

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Ryan Narus
Mar 31, 2019
MMW: Social Comparison
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MMW: Social Comparison

We all compare ourselves to others. Sometimes we look down on folks to feel better about ourselves. Sometimes we torture ourselves by looking up at people seemingly outperforming us. But at the end...

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Ryan Narus
Mar 15, 2019
POHs vs TOHs
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POHs vs TOHs

The debate between POHs and TOHs continues to divide the MHP industry. But which is better for you and your business? On this episode, we break down the differences between each business model....

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Ryan Narus
Mar 1, 2019

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