if you could have lunch with one person who you consider to be a rockstar real estate investor, who would it be? Why would you want to have lunch with them? What would you ask them? What would you hope to learn?

In my view there is no ONE rock star real state investor. Each has strengths and weaknesses. I think that's what's awesome about things like this forum and the Mr. LL Convention: tons of perspectives. Take what I like, leave the rest.

But just for fun I'll play along...

I'd say probably Donald Trump. The guy is amazing, and he succeeded (and failed and succeeded again and failed again and succeeded again)... his persistence is incredible. I've read "The Art of The Deal" and need to read "The Art of the Comeback."

One of my biggest 'fears' is failure. To have to face my wife/family/friends and know that I screwed up and lost a ton of money. "The Don" has overcome failure a dozen times, at least. The man has grit and determination, and he's not shy about demanding what he wants. Put all of his personality flaws and quirks aside, and to me he's the consummate real estate investor. He's done all this in one of the most difficult locations to be successful and overcame incredible odds.

Other "big time" investors like Cardone just don't resound with me for some reason.

Sid,

I have dumped all of my old gurus,..most of them are either broke and have gone back to working a 9-5 day job.

Through several of my larger Real Estate Brokers, like Marcus & Millichap, I was invisted to a private affairs to listen to very successful Real Estate Investors. I also went to several Apartment Expo's and sat in on many Real Estate Investors seminars. I even stayed after their presentation and had long conversations, exchanged phone numbers and met with them afterwards.

One time I met two dream successful persons in the real estate game who clued me in on the up and coming "decline" to to the mortgage melt down. They advised to dispose of our "worst" properties, because at that time anyone could qualify for a mortgage.

A couple of years later one of them asked me if I took their advice, since most investors don't take the time to "learn", "investigate" and "act". I told him that I listed to his advice, confirmed he was spot on and sold three apartment apartment buildings -- ror millions of dollars in profit. The market dropped around 40% from their highs and mortgages were now hard to come by.

I'm with him 24 hrs a day. So have breakfast, lunch and dinner together.

My mom used to say-- "you don't have a pot to P*** in or a window to through it out of"!

With 63 SFH's -- we are kicking it back. I have one time full employee and a database of 50 names of people who will come at a moments notice to work.

I was 17 at the time I enlisted -- 1968 waiting to go into the Navy. Could NOT go to college, although I had scholarship offers for football, my school principal and the athletic director said "I wasn't college material" and refused to send in my school records or athletic file. (gee thanks to you two so much)

NE, I'm sworn to secrecy on that one.

Since it was mentioned (in the above post)

Brown - Nosey :

A person who acts favorably,

to his or her peers,

to gain status or fancy,

that will eventually be used to their advantage.

Honestly, I feel like I have that opportunity here on the forum on a daily basis. Everyone has their own knowledge base, and even a newbie might have a nugget of wisdom (or cautionary tale!) to share.

I've had meals and shared conversations with many folks here on the forum. Possibly imbibed a little as well. Several with some!

From the forum, I'd love to grab lunch with Cimba and MYOB.

Cimba, because I believe he's crushing where he lives and I would love to see how he provides himself with so much inventory (leads) to purchase.

MYOB would have to be a drive thru lunch and eat in the car. I'd love to drive around with him and see his operation and the inner workings of his office. (Provided he would share that.)

For as much as I am befuddled by Moshe's posts and responses, I would like to have lunch with him/her to understand her/her perspective. I beleive it would be good.

Chris CT, cuz he has a lot to share in the posts he seldom makes and RB-MI because I have a feeling I'd laugh my a$$ off the whole time. That would be entertaining.

As far as the bigger picture, I've been listening to cassette tapes of the bluejeans millionaire lately. I don't know who did them, but the content is excellent and I would love to have lunch with that person.

Sam Zell (The Grave Dancer), he started very, very small as a one man property management company while in college and grew very, very large.

Trump's biz plan is OPM and OBTW don't pay them back, plus don't pay your contractors or your workers. I could become a billionaire if I started with millions and followed that biz plan. When he wins, everyone else loses.

Aside from all the names on this board, nobody comes to mind.

I have not mentors - it is hard to find anyone who can comprehend the issues I'm navigating.

Coincidentally, I have not eaten anything since Monday night. I'll eat Friday. So I can skip lunch

Has everybody signed up for the lunch package at the convention?

It's unanimous we should all buy ourselves lunch!!!!!

After doing this for over 30 years I can honestly say if your posting here your a star in my book. I've seen many come to the top and seen many -- go belly up. You all would probable be shocked at how many "RE Big Time" book writting STARS have gone feet to the sky. Would you be surprised if you heard the likes of ?????? Alle*?

WMC You can't just look at Thrump and those B/K's. Many others do and did the same. The company I worked for-- a big player in flying people in Atlanta declared B/K. I only mention them because i worked there.

myob, bk is ok when it helps us. it is not ok with the tenant does it to get out of paying their back rent.

Lunch! Did someone say LUNCH!!???

Brad 20k. Sid MO. NE PA. Roy AL. Jeffery VA Steve MA. NHsailmaker NH. To name a few.

Definitely Cimba purely for the entertainment value. I've been lurking and posting occasionally since I was in college (circa 2002). I learned a lot of what I know here. There is always excellent advice from knowledgeable and experienced landlords. This website is definitely a big part of my own personal success.

I think our market in Pittsburgh is VERY similar to what Cimba has. Dime a dozen deals that need some lipstick (minor cosmetics) and cash flow like crazy. I purchased 3 in the last 3 weeks. 4 Bedroom house for $42K, already rented for $900. 2 bedroom house for $26K that will rent for $750 and another 2 bedroom for $23K that will also rent for $750. Most of our remodels take less than 2 weeks. Usually some new flooring, paint, and some minor repairs.

NE,

This is why I go to Convention! To have lunch with and learn from my friends on this forum!

Some of the greatest ideas come from new landords and my mind is expanded by listening to people from other states, other styles, etc.

i “work” the Convention by making a point to spend at least little time with certain people. Then I LOVE when we have 15 people at a table for supper!

PS. Historical figures:

Jesus

Paul or anyone who was with Jesus

Abe Lincoln

PS. Historical figures:

Jesus

Paul or anyone who was with Jesus

Abe Lincoln