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Success & Mindset
Darin Garman, CCIM

Welcome to the Success and Mindset Section. One of the most important things in business and investing is operating with the right mindset, and the articles in this section will help you achive the "Millionaire Mindset" you need for top achievements. We will constantly be adding new articles, news, and information here, so check back often!

Why You Should AVOID The Olympics???
Darin Garman, CCIM
Why You Should AVOID The Olympics??? Hey there, hope all is going well. I wanted to touch on a subject that I think important that will cause a little controversy. I like a little controversy...Its about the Olympics and what recently happened...No, I am not talking about the Canadian men beating the American's yesterday in hockey nor am I talking about Lindsey Vonn.. . . . Real Estate Articles
Where To Concentrate Your Real Estate Investment Efforts Now...
Darin Garman, CCIM
Where To Concentrate Your Real Estate Investment Efforts Now... It has almost been an age old custom to find the motivated owner in order to get a good deal on a real estate property...of course at a discount. The focus has mainly been on owners with problems with their properties. You know, vacancies, a lot of maintenance work, repairs, bad tenants, etc. It has mainly been a staple to focus on an owner that has become motivated with property problems... . . . Real Estate Articles
What Happens At -34
Darin Garman, CCIM
What Happens At -34 I got to thinking over the weekend and last year about this time I was on my way to an office/warehouse property we own @ 5:45 am. in the morning. Why?? We had a water main freeze INSIDE of the building....because it was -34 last evening here with wind chills over -50. I was there getting... . . . Real Estate Articles
I Get Punched By Responses To My Last Article
Darin Garman, CCIM
I Get Punched By Responses To My Last Article As you probably remember from my last article, I talked about how your number one priority is to make money from your apartments or commercial properties and how everything else is probably important BUT secondary.... . . . Real Estate Articles
The Most Important Question You Need To Answer In 2010...
Darin Garman, CCIM
The Most Important Question You Need To Answer In 2010... Question. What is the main objective of an apartment owner? What is the main objective of an apartment manager? Think about this for just a second. Let it really stew. Here are some answers that are probably coming to mind: To make sure all items are... . . . Real Estate Articles
My Prediction For Apartments In 2010 and 2011
Darin Garman, CCIM
My Prediction For Apartments In 2010 and 2011 I get a lot of emails and calls from folks with many of you wanting to know what my thoughts are about the current state of the apartment market and what is in store for the future. Here you go.. Bottom line I think that occupancy and demand will be... . . . Real Estate Articles
The Biggest Myth In Commercial Real Estate Ownership.. Part II
Darin Garman, CCIM
The Biggest Myth In Commercial Real Estate Ownership.. Part II A couple of days ago I shared with you the myth that even when you 'make it' as a commercial real estate owner and investor that you will still have problems. Just ask one of America's largest (former) owner of commercial real estate..Sam Zell. (for those of you that may not know his name he owned millions in Commercial RE and sold it for big $$$ and bought the Chicago Tribune and other newspapers that filed for bankruptcy)... . . . Real Estate Articles
2009 Review and a 2010 Prediction...
Darin Garman, CCIM
2009 Review and a 2010 Prediction... Well, here it is, a few hours before the New Year. You have big plans this evening? Lets just say as you get older, have a family and many other responsibilities New Years Eve is NOT what it used to be… If you are our 'carousing' tonight be safe.. Before We Get Into Next Year Take A Minute To Pat Yourself On The Back -- You Should Be Proud Of Yourself And What You Are Doing! Really, in a 2009 that was marred by a bad economy . . . Real Estate Articles
The Biggest Myth in Commercial Real Estate Ownership...
Darin Garman, CCIM
The Biggest Myth in Commercial Real Estate Ownership... You know, I read a lot. I take lots of courses and attend seminars too. I do this because I am constantly wanting to improve myself and the performance of my properties. Arguably I probably know more about how to operate a property, buy a property and sell a property for maximum profit than 99% of other folks. But... . . . Real Estate Articles
It Always Happens This Way..
Darin Garman, CCIM
It Always Happens This Way.. In 95% of my articles I talk and dispense advice and opinion about a lot of items related to making more money as a commercial real estate investor.. This week I am going to go in a bit of a different direction... I think you will like it...... . . . Real Estate Articles
The Weird Way I Get Motivated...
Darin Garman, CCIM
The Weird Way I Get Motivated... In my last article I talked about being competitive. I got lots of feedback from it. Thanks. Today I want to hit something related to this...Revenge!! That is right...Revenge! Now, I am not talking about the kind of revenge you may be thinking of. I am talking about the kind that fuels you to accomplish so much more. . . . Real Estate Articles
The Common Trait Among The Most Successful Commercial Property Owners I Know...
Darin Garman, CCIM
The Common Trait Among The Most Successful Commercial Property Owners I Know... When you sit down and analyze successful folks, in this case successful investors, you usually come up with the usual ones...However, there is ONE thing that I think they all have in common that is not addressed very often..if at all. . . . Real Estate Articles
FREE Video: The Biggest Mistake Apartment Investors Make #4
Darin Garman, CCIM
FREE Video: The Biggest Mistake Apartment Investors Make #4 Apartment and Commercial Real Estate Expert, Darin Garman reveals the #4 biggest mistake apartment investors make when they're getting started. . . . Real Estate Articles
Where The Best Apartment or Commercial Deals Actually Come From..
Darin Garman, CCIM
Where The Best Apartment or Commercial Deals Actually Come From.. The question I get, a lot, is: Darin - Where can I find the best deals...right now? Where should I be looking? Have a weird but TRUE ANSWER... From Where You Do Not Expect!! I know..sounds goofy but it is true... Let me explain.. In many of my courses, emails, conference calls, etc. I talk about whereto be looking for the best deals and where they are most of the time.. . . . Real Estate Articles
What Investors Really Like...Part 2
Darin Garman, CCIM
What Investors Really Like...Part 2 In my last article I talked about what investors REALLY LIKE and what they really want. I talked about taking 2 and 1/2 days to do nothing but inspect property and talk with tenants. I also talked about how this keeps my partners and clients from staying awake at night worrying about how their properties are doing or what is going on with their properties... . . . Real Estate Articles
VIDEO: Moving From Investing In Single Family Homes to Apartments & Commercial Property
Darin Garman, CCIM
VIDEO: Moving From Investing In Single Family Homes to Apartments & Commercial Property In this video Darin answers CIPOA Member George from Sacramento "Most Burning Question". "How to go from investing in single family homes and move into apartments and commercial real estate?" . . . Real Estate Articles
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