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1. 
   Steph
   744 days ago

   I’m so happy for you, Shae! And proud of you, too.

   All I have to say is the world better look out, ’cause Shae Bynes is coming through!

   I know it takes a lot of courage and faith to make this leap, but you are definitely ready, and you are going to kick some serious booty now that you are your own boss!

   Congrats Shae! ☀
2. 
   Shae
   744 days ago

   Thanks Steph! I’m DEFINITELY ready! (cue the music)
   Speaking of music, I need a soundtrack. I’m going to work on that in the days ahead. LOL! Do you have one?
3. 
   Steph
   744 days ago

   Who let the dogs out?
4. 
   Shae
   744 days ago

   LOL!
5. 
   Scott Costello
   744 days ago

   I’m as jealous as a fat kid surrounded by skinny people eating Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups!

   My turn is coming, just not sure when yet.
   .-= Scott Costello´s last blog ..Probate Monday: When Times Are Slow =-.
6. 
   Eric Blow
   744 days ago

   Big time Congratulations Shae! It seems like you have been following a great path and you know the value of God’s plan and how it might match your plan. True faith is knowing that God’s plan is the one to follow. You my friend seem to have found it.

   Good luck to you in your final month. Looking forward to reading how you make the transition. Someday in the near future I hope to do the same.
   .-= Eric Blow´s last blog ..First Contracted Deal =-.
7. 
   Alex Cortez
   744 days ago

   Congratulations. Very well-deserved, I’m sure. I know it wasn’t an easy decision, but definitely a step in the right direction and one of the most memorable days in your life (for the better, of course).
8. 
   Shae
   744 days ago

   @Scotty, your time IS coming! Keep at it. You’re obliterating debt, saving, focusing on additional income with real estate. You’re doin’ it, bud!

   @Eric, thank you so much — I really appreciate it! It’s been a bit of a personal journey and struggle to get to this point of doing what I know I’m supposed to do. Now that I’m over the hump, it feels fantastic!

   @Alex, thanks! Definitely a memorable day…I’m trying to figure out how best to celebrate on Memorial Day
9. 
   Bill Lassiter
   744 days ago

   Shea I am so happy for you! Bigtime congrats my friend.
   I can sense the drive and determination and having known you for only a short time, I know you are going to rock it!
   I’m in you and Phil’s corner and look forward to seeing you fly.
   Go get it!
   .-= Bill Lassiter´s last blog ..list of nationwide REO properties 4-28-10.xlsx =-.
10. 
    Bilgefisher
    744 days ago

    Shae,
    All I can do is grin. See you at the top.

    Jason
    .-= Bilgefisher´s last blog ..Busy 3 weeks =-.
11. 
    Bill
    744 days ago

    You go my friend! Get ready for fun time I’m VERY happy for ya!
12. 
    Jusitn McClelland
    744 days ago

    Hey Shae, that’s an awesome move! Congrats! Can’t wait to see what unfolds for you.
    .-= Jusitn McClelland´s last blog ..Quick Mail-Merge Video =-.
13. 
    Shae
    744 days ago

    Dolla Bill, Jason, Bill W, and Justin — thanks so much for the support! It means so much to have great people like you in my corner!
14. 
    Laura Kennedy
    744 days ago

    Go Shae!!! I am doing the happy dance over here! I know from the bottom of my heart that this is the right decision for you and there is no doubt that you will continue to be successful in building the ideal business! You are a great example for all of us! ROCK ON!
15. 
    Shae
    743 days ago

    Thank you, Laura! Love you girl!
16. 
    mobilehomegurl
    743 days ago

    Wow Shae, this is big! I think by you actually taking this leap of faith shows you truly believe in what you are doing and what you want in life. And, having faith and belief is a big part of success. Without it, it’s very hard to succeed. Thanks for sharing this momentous event in your life, looking forward to continuing to follow in your journey!

    p.s. Soundtrack song suggestion, “Let’s Get It Started!” by Black Eyed Peas
17. 
    Ingrid
    743 days ago

    Wow, Shae, I’m blown away!!!!

    I vote for Hells Bells, because of the awesome guitar and bells intro.
    .-= Ingrid´s last blog ..Back from hiatus =-.
18. 
    Shae
    743 days ago

    Thanks Rachel! And I love that song Definitely a good one to get going in the morning!

    Hey Ingrid! I’m going to have to google that one to hear it!
19. 
    Eileen-wi
    743 days ago

    I’m so proud of you Shae (and a little jealous but I really like the way Scott put it!). You are, and always have been, a great inspiration to me and this is the another inspiring moment. I can’t wait to watch you grow as an investor/businesswoman and learn from you!!

    Congratulations girl!!! You’re going to do wonderful things!

    Eileen
20. 
    Kelly
    743 days ago

    Shae! You can do it! You are brave. I will be following your accomplishments. It’s cool how you can sense your elation and joy in what you wrote. I’m so happy for you. Now, get ready to kick some butt!
    ~Kelly Miller
21. 
    Shae
    743 days ago

    @Eileen, thanks so much! I’m learning from YOU as well…I was just telling Steph yesterday….so thankful for the internet and all the great connections I’ve made because of it!

    @Kelly, so good to hear from you lady! Hope you’re doing great and thanks so much for the vote of confidence!
22. 
    Erby
    742 days ago

    Congrats Shae! You have a good spirit. You deserve all that life has to offer you. Once you make the jump and get settled in, your going to wish you did it 11yrs. ago. Trust me!
    .-= Erby´s last blog ..3/1 Cash Flow Investment Property $46,000 =-.
23. 
    Shae
    742 days ago

    Thanks Erby! Really appreciate it!
24. 
    Carey_PA
    742 days ago

    Shae!

    Congrats! I’m happy to hear about all of your business ventures, not just real estate. As you know, I ramble about all of mine on my blog lol

    Is Phil taking the leap of faith with you? Or is this just something that you’re doing? Now that I think about it, I don’t even know what Phil does…..for all I know he may have already taken the leap? lol

    Great job! I’m happy and excited for you!

    Carey
25. 
    Shae
    742 days ago

    Hey Carey, thanks! Phil absolutely loves his work as a massage therapist. He works at a place called Massage Envy (but not standard 9-to-5 hours), and he also has private clients. It’s hard not to love doing the kind of work where everybody is thrilled to see you, they hate to leave you, and they can’t wait to get back to you. LOL!
26. 
    Patrick Riddle
    742 days ago

    Wow Shae!
    You nailed it when you said, ” … not just a good idea, but a God idea.” That sent chills down my spine.
    Congratulations on your decision to be free. Keyword “decision”.
    I’m so proud of you
    Patrick
    .-= Patrick Riddle´s last blog ..Real Estate Investors: Don’t Do THIS! =-.
27. 
    Julie Broad
    742 days ago

    Shae … I am so excited!!! And proud. I already screamed for joy for you … which you know. But what I didn’t know was that your checklist wasn’t complete. And I can relate to that in such a big way. Ever since I was 22 years old I said “By the age of 35 I would be free from having a job.” And I carried around this little list of things that needed to be in place to do that … and I made serious progress towards achieving those things but the day I quit my job I actually didn’t have ANY SINGLE thing on that list in place. And I still don’t and I’m 17 months into being job free … For me the quitting thing had been something I always knew would happen but the exact moment I decided to quit was a very specific one. One I never could have planned.

    Anyway … when I decided finally and officially to quit my list didn’t matter anymore. And it turns out most of those things were really just excuses holding me back from taking the leap. They seemed practical and sensible (paying off my mortgage, having a certain amount of money in the bank) but the reality is we are doing just fine without having checked those things off our list. In fact we’re doing better than fine because we are living our life on our terms, contributing to society in the best way we possibly can today and working towards greater contributions in the future.

    Today I am SO glad I didn’t wait until 35 to leave my job. Leaving my job was absolutely the best decision I made … not a second of regret has gone by. Not saying it’s been easy … sometimes I miss the comfort of a pay cheque … but the reality is the same thing that felt like security was actually the exact thing that was holding me back from achieving great things. I believe the same is true for you. And seriously – I CANNOT wait to see the amazing things you will do with all your time because you already were a rock star in my mind. Now with your time 100% your own … LOOK OUT WORLD IS RIGHT STEPH!!!

    CONGRATS SHAE!!! I’m in your corner … let me know if there is anything I can do to support you!!!
28. 
    Shae
    742 days ago

    @P-Rid, thanks buddy! Really appreciate you

    @Julie, you’re awesome and thank you! Thanks for sharing about your list. You & I have a lot in common LOL! One of the things on my list was to have a year’s worth of expenses in our emergency fund. HA! I’m not even close. We’ve been out of debt (outside of our mortgage) for awhile now and have a solid emergency fund plus reserves for our businesses, but we certainly don’t have 12 months worth! I had to let that go. It was an excuse. Another thing on my list was to find a healthcare solution. Still don’t have one! At least not a long term solution…we have COBRA for 18 months which will be expensive but definitely manageable until we find something that will work better for us. I’ll be blogging about stuff like this….I think it will help others. Thanks again, Julie!
29. 
    Carey_PA
    742 days ago

    As far as healthcare goes Shae, try Aetna. Let me tell you, I have been turned down for healthcare for as long as I can remember with my self-employed self and it was because of heartburn.

    Recently, I came across an insurance broker that told me Aetna may be my best bet. I applied and Aetna called me and asked me a bunch of questions but then I was approved!!!!

    Also, you may be able to find an insurance broker that will group a bunch of self-employed folks together to get health insurance. I know a few that do it for Realtors. Perhaps there is one that do it for massage therapists?

    As it turned out, I decided to stay on Kathy’s insurance but it is nice to know that if I ever need it that Aetna will finally approve me!

    So definitely check them out! Btw, perhaps things may be different now with the new healthcare stuff that’s going down…I dunno. That wasn’t happening when I need insurance lol

    Good luck! But definitely get on the health insurance ball because you don’t want to potentially have to get your wisdom teeth out, get an infection and have a 34k hospital bill that you’re stuck with!!! (Thankfully my entire bill was paid…and not by me! Sometimes, I really do love health insurance and supplemental insurance lol)
    .-= Carey_PA´s last blog ..Rental Late Fees can add up =-.
30. 
    joijoy
    742 days ago

    Shae congrats on taking that leap of faith! I’m looking forward to reading about YOUR LIFE’S SECOND ACT!! *applause applause*

    Joi
31. 
    Carey_PA
    742 days ago

    Btw, I just finally clicked on that commentluv thing and learned what the heck it is. I think I’ll install that on my blog today! lol

    What a novel idea, eh? lmao
    .-= Carey_PA´s last blog ..Received counter offer on 34 unit! =-.
32. 
    Shae
    742 days ago

    @Carey, thanks for the tips on Aetna! I’ll definitely look into it. If we can get the health insurance for a family of 4 for cheaper than $1100/month that would be nice. LOL!

    @Joi, Life’s Second Act….I like the sound of that, honey! Thanks so much for the congrats
33. 
    ChrisBuysApartments
    742 days ago

    Good luck Shae!

    My 2 cents. Be addicted to momentum. Do not be addicted to outcome. When you become too addicted to the outcome, the setbacks become maddening. Then it is hard to get momentum again.

    Momentum is your drug. Become addicted. When you are in that zone, things are just going to start popping. You are going to sound and feel like Gordon Gecko on the phone. Things are just going to happen. Your excitement and confidence will come through on the phone.

    And when you experience the valleys of momentum, and you will, your number 1 job is to create momentum. Even if all of sudden nothing is happening, its a day where you say “sh!t, I have nothing going on, I dont know where to start”, your mission is to create motion. Call back sellers that were even vaguely luke-warm from months ago that you have not followed up with, just to be doing something. This reinvigorated momentum creates positive motion which will give you new ideas and confidence that you are moving in the right direction.

    I can’t stress this enough. I wish someone gave me this advice years ago when I put away my 1st attempt at REI. I gave up and it was due to lack of momentum. I misunderstood momentum. I thought that things would always be popping, and when they weren’t I was so defeated. I did not realize that it is the defining moment of your success.

    When there is no momentum it is your #1 priority to create it.

    “Do the thing and you will have the power” – Emerson
34. 
    Shae
    742 days ago

    Hey Chris! That is brilliant advice and I really appreciate it. As far as your comment on outcomes…I hear you…one of the things Thom Scott told us at the Extreme Business Makeover event was how he was in the process of losing weight…and while his outcome is to be healthy and weighing X number of pounds, his first focus was to be obese…then to be overweight….then to be slightly on the chubby side…you get the point. Appreciating the fact that there are milestones and each of those are successes. I think that helps us maintain momentum as well.

    Thanks again for sharing your experience with me — it means a lot. I’ve seen you around the blogs and you’re always sharing awesome advice – thank you
35. 
    Steph
    742 days ago

    Chris, that is some truly awesome advice.

    I’m printing that out and posting it in front of my desk.
    .-= Steph´s last blog ..Well, Hello! =-.
36. 
    AnotherSteph
    742 days ago

    Congrats, Shae! From all of us still in the corporate rat race, your news is great motivation for us to keep moving toward that goal.

    I cannot wait to hear about how things go once you’re completely free!

    Here’s to all the success you deserve!

    Steph
    .-= AnotherSteph´s last blog ..stealthreinvest: First of It’s Kind Video Class Shares Real Estate Foreclosure Secrets http://bit.ly/doeD8P =-.
37. 
    Shae
    742 days ago

    Thanks Steph! I really appreciate it. Keep movin’! You can have everything you want, plus some.
38. 
    Chris
    742 days ago

    Shae,

    Congrats!!! What is the bigger mission involving college students and young professionals? I’m quite curious!
39. 
    Dave Peniuk
    742 days ago

    Congrats Shae! We (Julie and I) are very proud of you doing this even though your list was not yet complete! We can’t wait to continue to follow your updates and learn from you.

    Good luck! Not that you’ll need it!

    Cheers
40. 
    Shae
    742 days ago

    @Chris, thanks! The bigger mission is still being worked out — but I’ll most definitely be sharing more on this in the future!

    @Dave, thanks pal
41. 
    Bilgefisher
    741 days ago

    Chris, great advice.

    Shae,
    With this many people cheering you on and your can’t lose attitude, there is no doubt in my mind that you will make this work. Thank you for making the trail that much easier for the rest of us to follow.

    Jason
42. 
    Shae
    741 days ago

    Thanks Jason! When it comes to blogging, there’s nothing more awesome to me than hearing that something I’ve done/shared is inspiring to someone else.
43. 
    Julie Broad
    741 days ago

    Chris – that was brilliant advice. It does kind of cause you to self destruct a bit. By shifting the focus to progress I have overcome some of that defeated and down feeling that comes with obstacles and challenges … but momentum focus is brilliant. I am totally writing that down and am going to use that advice. Wonderful.
    .-= Julie Broad´s last blog ..Rental Property Renovation Before and After Pictures – What do you think?? =-.
44. 
    Neil Uttamsingh
    741 days ago

    Shae,

    Congrats on making the decision to embark upon a new journey. From following you online over the past little while, this definitely sounds like it is the right move for you, and that you are completely ready for this new chapter.

    You have a cast of really great and helpful people that you can lean on. (I am thinking about Julie and Steph here).

    You will do great! I wish you every success with this new chapter. It takes courage to take the leap.

    Kudos for having the courage to make change.

    Sincerely,
    Neil.
    .-= Neil Uttamsingh´s last blog ..Fool me once Financial Markets, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me. =-.
45. 
    Neil Uttamsingh
    741 days ago

    Chris,

    That was magnificent advice. I am copying Steph’s idea and printing that out. You are very wise!

    Onwards and Upwards!
    Neil Uttamsingh.
    .-= Neil Uttamsingh´s last blog ..Fool me once Financial Markets, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me. =-.
46. 
    Shae
    740 days ago

    Thanks so much, Neil!
47. 
    Esi
    740 days ago

    Hi Shae,

    I’ve been reading your blog from time to time and I’ve never left a comment but I’ve got to say that you are a great inspiration. Good for you for taking the plunge and becoming your own boss. I’m a mom of 2 adorable princesses who have been wholesaling from home and having a blast and i’m looking forward to reading your success along the way. Please PM me and let’s talk soon. God Bless!
48. 
    Shae
    740 days ago

    Hi Esi, thank you so much — for both commenting for the first time and for your kind words That’s great that you have been wholesaling from home and making it work with the family! I’ll send you an email shortly.
49. 
    Vic Berbano
    740 days ago

    Shae,

    After much prayer and resistance I moved to Las Vegas to start a bank. A new board did not renew my contract on April 15, after 19 years in banking. I had the opportunity to meet wonderful people including a now former director of the bank that has been investing in trustee sale properties for several years. In just 3 short weeks, I’ve already partnered with him for my first purchase of a beautiful 1700 sq ft home in a nice Vegas neighborhood for $100,000. Zillow market is $212,500 and I’ve got ity listed for fast resale at $146,000. I’ve procured several investors as partners for which I’m paid a nice commission. Today, I’ve been contacted by a funder who will allow me to leverage 4 times my equity investment to purchase additional properties. As I expect net returns of no less than 15% within 3 month turns, this provides me with cash flow that exceeds my executive CFO salaries. It is very satisfying, giving me freedom to see blue skies, work with others who truly enjoy the same privileges of time and cash flow and allows me to soar to pursue the dreams instilled within me. We’re really good at this in this particular market. I’ve brought skills to set up investors using Real Estate IRAs and to partner smaller investor funds using LLCs. I’m always accepting new partners who want to travel to Vegas on tax write-offs and enjoy all the free shows us locals get with Nevada addresses! Email me and I’ll be happy to send you more information.
50. 
    Shae
    739 days ago

    Hi Vic, thanks for stopping by. I do enjoy an occasional trip to Vegas, but I’m currently focusing on my local market as there is plenty to work with!
51. 
    Kevin (Ga)
    737 days ago

    Congrats Shae; It’s a Blessing to be able to leave Corporate America and venture out on your own. I wish you much success & w/ God’s guidance you can do all things thru him who strengthens you.
52. 
    Shae
    737 days ago

    Thanks Kevin! It’s most definitely a blessing…thank you so much for the congrats!
53. 
    RJ
    731 days ago

    Shae,
    Congratulations! Go get em Girl!!! I remember our convo about leaving the rat race not to long ago. I’m glad it’s finally around the corner. Keep me posted on your new ventures.
    Carpe Diem
    RJ
    .-= RJ´s last blog ..How To Use Your Counties Sec8 List to Find Hungry Buyers and Sellers =-.
54. 
    Shae
    731 days ago

    RJ, thank you dear! You know I’ll keep you posted! In fact, I have my eye on you man….you have so much to offer in terms of inspiring others coming behind you. We need to chat on the phone again in a couple of weeks. Have a great week!
55. 
    Susan Lassiter-Lyons
    731 days ago

    You GO, Shae! Woo hoo! I’m really proud of you and very excited. Can’t wait to hear of all your upcoming success! Slante!
    .-= Susan Lassiter-Lyons´s last blog ..What is a Prohibited Transaction? =-.
56. 
    Shae
    731 days ago

    Thanks Susan! Really appreciate it!
57. 
    Trevor Mauch
    717 days ago

    Congrats Shae!!

    That’s exciting stuff. Things are never going to be the same… now you’ll have a new found freedom that you’re going to love.

    Let me if I can help ya in any way! You deserve it!

    - Trevor
58. 
    Shae
    716 days ago

    Thanks so much, Trevor! I really appreciate that (and you)!
59. 
    Dusty
    716 days ago

    Awesome post and an even better decision! Congrats Shae!! Go get em!!
    .-= Dusty´s last blog ..How to Create a Power Team That Spoon Feeds You Deals – Part 1 =-.
60. 
    Shae
    716 days ago

    Thanks a million, Dusty!