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True story.... boy did I learn a lot that day!

chris

www.ILoveHomerAlaska.com

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There's so much that is out of your control, and yet there is so much you can do about what happens.

YOU deserve to live an exceptional life.

Perhaps this will help point you in the right direction.

Listen to this show, and perhaps share with someone you care about.

Chris Story

www.ILoveHomerAlaska.com/books

www.ILoveHomerAlaska.com/Podcast

Come on now...you know what I am gonna say!!!!

But listen in and see if you don't get an idea or two that might set your life on fire...towards the good life, the life you crave and a life you design for yourself.

Head towards the American Dream...right here in your own Backyard!

Share this show with a friend - maybe you can ignite more people like you right there, where you are!!

thanks for listening;

Chris

www.ILoveHomerAlaska.com/books

Look...this is the show you need to hear right now!

You deserve to become a millionaire, in your own backyard....and this episode could be the launch pad for the rest of your life.

DON'T just listen....take notes. Do the work and let's connect!

All my best on your Future Fortune!

Chris Story

www.ILoveHomerAlaska.com/books

**Backyard Millionaire Radio 8/17/2023 - Show Notes**

1. Unveiling the Secrets of Success in Life

  - The elusive secret to success is about to be revealed.

  - Success is not universally defined; it's a personal journey.

  - Rejecting the notion of participation trophies, real success is determined by personal ambition and action.

  - Success is the pursuit of your unique goals.

2. **DAD - Define, Act, Decide**:

  - The secret sauce of success: DAD - Define your goals, Act upon them, and Decide to pursue your dreams.

  - Lightning bolt moment: Realizing the power of taking action.

3. **Overcoming Down Payments**:

  - Down payments shouldn't deter you from achieving wealth.

  - The Backyard Millionaire motto: Invest your way to wealth.

  - Strategies for overcoming down payment hurdles: Save up, no-money-down deals, low-money-down deals, and syndicate partnerships.

  - Recommended reading: "Creating Wealth" by Robert G. Allen.

  - Personal success story: Investing in two properties within six months.

4. **Living Like You're Selling**:

  - Owning a property with the mindset of selling.

  - Tips for maintaining your property's value: Home inspection, timely resolutions, and preventive maintenance.

  - Ensuring your property is always ready for a potential sale.

5. **Custom Metric for Investment Property**:

  - Tailoring your investment property evaluation metric to your goals.

  - Balancing cash flow, future equity, and principle paydown by others.

  - The importance of understanding your "why" and aligning investment opportunities.

6. **VRBO Etiquette and Solution**:

  - Being a respectful guest in VRBO properties.

  - The responsibility of maintaining neighborhood harmony.

  - Personal experience: Addressing disruptive guests and humorously stepping in dog mess.

7. **Mortgage Insights with Rhonda Johnson**:

  - Understanding FHA loans vs. conventional loans.

  - Pros and cons of FHA loans for home purchases.

  - Current FHA loan requirements: credit score, income, debt-to-income ratio, and recent changes.

  - FHA loan application process, documentation, pre-approval, and closing timeframes.

  - Insights into FHA mortgage insurance and its impact on monthly payments.

  - Situations suitable for FHA loans and alternatives.

8. **From Success Magazine: "No One Gets to Say Who You Are"**:

  - Steps to deep self-awareness by Nick Santonastasso.

  - Questioning beliefs, embracing emotions, shedding negativity, crafting your desired reality, and fostering courage.

  - A profound reminder of personal worth from a remarkable individual born with unique challenges.

9. : Embracing Your Journey to Success

  - Success is self-defined and achieved through persistent action.

  - Revisiting the DAD principle for achieving personal dreams.

  - Remembering that you are enough, no matter your circumstances.

Stay tuned for more insights and inspiration on the next episode of Backyard Millionaire Radio!

**Backyard Millionaire Radio 8/17/2023 - Show Notes**

1. Unveiling the Secrets of Success in Life

  - The elusive secret to success is about to be revealed.

  - Success is not universally defined; it's a personal journey.

  - Rejecting the notion of participation trophies, real success is determined by personal ambition and action.

  - Success is the pursuit of your unique goals.

2. **DAD - Define, Act, Decide**:

  - The secret sauce of success: DAD - Define your goals, Act upon them, and Decide to pursue your dreams.

  - Lightning bolt moment: Realizing the power of taking action.

3. **Overcoming Down Payments**:

  - Down payments shouldn't deter you from achieving wealth.

  - The Backyard Millionaire motto: Invest your way to wealth.

  - Strategies for overcoming down payment hurdles: Save up, no-money-down deals, low-money-down deals, and syndicate partnerships.

  - Recommended reading: "Creating Wealth" by Robert G. Allen.

  - Personal success story: Investing in two properties within six months.

4. **Living Like You're Selling**:

  - Owning a property with the mindset of selling.

  - Tips for maintaining your property's value: Home inspection, timely resolutions, and preventive maintenance.

  - Ensuring your property is always ready for a potential sale.

5. **Custom Metric for Investment Property**:

  - Tailoring your investment property evaluation metric to your goals.

  - Balancing cash flow, future equity, and principle paydown by others.

  - The importance of understanding your "why" and aligning investment opportunities.

6. **VRBO Etiquette and Solution**:

  - Being a respectful guest in VRBO properties.

  - The responsibility of maintaining neighborhood harmony.

  - Personal experience: Addressing disruptive guests and humorously stepping in dog mess.

7. **Mortgage Insights with Rhonda Johnson**:

  - Understanding FHA loans vs. conventional loans.

  - Pros and cons of FHA loans for home purchases.

  - Current FHA loan requirements: credit score, income, debt-to-income ratio, and recent changes.

  - FHA loan application process, documentation, pre-approval, and closing timeframes.

  - Insights into FHA mortgage insurance and its impact on monthly payments.

  - Situations suitable for FHA loans and alternatives.

8. **From Success Magazine: "No One Gets to Say Who You Are"**:

  - Steps to deep self-awareness by Nick Santonastasso.

  - Questioning beliefs, embracing emotions, shedding negativity, crafting your desired reality, and fostering courage.

  - A profound reminder of personal worth from a remarkable individual born with unique challenges.

9. : Embracing Your Journey to Success

  - Success is self-defined and achieved through persistent action.

  - Revisiting the DAD principle for achieving personal dreams.

  - Remembering that you are enough, no matter your circumstances.

Stay tuned for more insights and inspiration on the next episode of Backyard Millionaire Radio!

Jeffery Archer was asked to write a 100 word short story in less than 24 hours for publication.

He did....and the story was excellent.

This got me to wondering if I could tackle a 100 word short story - ended up writing four - see what you think! 

Let me know @ [email protected]

Chris