Top 5 Books for Real Estate Investors

[@mikekirkland2487]

I'm reading a chapter a day in Probverbs now!! AMEN!!

[@sumanchaulagain]

1.bible 2.think and grow rich 3.how to win friends and influence people. 4.awaken that giant within 5.good to great.

[@thepolymathuniverse9694]

*the*

[@ralo390]

Proverbs is the book that made me want to invest in real estate!!!

[@freedom_mentor]

Tim Johnson is my pastor. Our head usher at the church is Fred Stokes. Fred's a fantastic individual as well. I've had a few conversation with Art Monk since his son is a good friend of mine and runs the youth ministry at the church. Pastor Tim introduced me to Joe Gibbs at a luncheon not too long ago. Joe is first class al the way. Mighty men of God, that's for sure. (And to think, I grew up a Cowboys fan!)

[@TraniceDavis]

As soon as you said the Bible....You had my attention..... I would love to have you as a mentor Phil.... Im a beginner in real estate investing..Im a strong believer in the bible as well...Kudos!!!!

[@RyanSan89]

Me too. It's a shame how non-believers get so turned off about it. Just pump the brakes and see that his advice is ALL constructive - not open for debate.

[@Mak12368]

Tranice Davis how are you doing with your real estate investing? 3 years after you had started. Is it worth it.?

[@freedom_mentor]

I have a VERY high success rate, better than 50%. But that is because of the technique I use. From qualifying the lead, to using upfront agreements, to knowing what to say and how to say it and structuring win-win offers that sellers would be crazy not to accept. It's an art that has taken a very long time to master. I teach my mentees this art. It separates the truly successful investors from the ones that do OK but never fully knock it out of the park.

[@foxybrown2]

You can get those books at the library

[@henrylacks9979]

Wow, Phil. Thanks for this video. I already read the Bible on a yearly completion plan, but will add a chapter of proverbs nightly. I, also, expected you to list real estate investing books, but you gave a great reason why you did not. Furthermore, it totally makes sense that the best books are those that impact/ influence the real estate investor’s personal growth and development. Kudos to you for this informative list. Thanks.

[@mhowe2004]

That's the best advice he gave to read the bible every day I just watched a video that he mentioned know difference between signal and noise and he has signal he is for real and hope I can get in his apprentice program

[@freedom_mentor]

Congratulation on making it to the league. That's a big deal. My pastor played ball. Won a national championship with JoePa at Penn State. All American his senior year. Went to the league. Played for the Redskins. Won a Super Bowl with Joe Gibbs. Got invited to the Pro Bowl a few times. One of his ministries now is counseling ex-NFL players. Apparently it can be a difficult transition for many. Great to hear you have a plan for your future after football. Real estate is where its at!

[@darylkenny4562]

Some advice on the Tony Robbins one...get the audiobook. I had the choice and I picked the audiobook and I was able to listen to a little bit each time I was in my car and the material is just so much more powerful when you get the full impact of Tony's stories. Afterwards I went back and bought 3 more of his audiobooks.

[@quelz329]

Always check out the library...everything is free! All theses personal development books are there and if it's a decent size library they'll have an investment section with at least a couple shelves of real estate books! Some info is redundant, but you can grab at least 1 gem of info out of each book!! Audio books are there too!

[@freedom_mentor]

The books I suggested should be owned and referred to over and over again. The issue with library books is that you have to give them back.

[@mkexotics1]

Come on...real estate books please

[@rodneyblh]

Just applied to be one of your apprentices and am currently reading your book "How to be a Real Estate Investor". I've had two major dreams in my life, one was to make it to the NFL. That happened and only lasted a season due to injury. My second is to become a successful real estate investor. Hoping I get a chance to learn from you so that I can have longevity in real estate investing.

[@briangoodlin5709]

Hey Phil, I was wondering, I was thinking about purchasing a hotel in FL and was wondering if the HELOC would apply to that type of real estate. Thanks!

[@matthewalvarey8666]

Ya, i'm sure. They definitely helped me get my first few cash-flowing properties. They gave me advice on how to protect them with LLC's, tax write-offs, leverage mixed with speed, etc.

[@SuperGingery]

This is why I totally enjoy your videos and your teaching method. My experience of you is genuine and eager for those of us who want to learn the right way to start and set oneself up for success you provide the how to's and other really sincere information. A hugh thank you to you for giving us a SOLID foundation. May you always have the wind at your back and continue to be totally successful and prosper and those who are your "why" remain by your side forever.

[@VeganJen]

Thanks for sharing! I really appreciate your advice. My husband and I are binge watching your vids here on youtube.

[@fannieburns175]

I love the way Phil cuts right to the chase. Too much information will sometimes scare you away from real estate.

[@gigiramos10]

Thanks. I really like your vibe. Honest, Authentic, and Level headed. Thank you for all the wealth of advise.

[@prankbook8493]

Hello Phil, I thought that I might suggest a book that you could add if you haven't already in one of your other videos I haven't seen yet. Thought that you might add a book by Robert Green called "The 48 Laws of Power". It was such a great book and I feel about it like you do about the book "From Good to Great. It is always a book I keep coming back to because it has so many applicable historical examples that it really did change how I looked at the world. You deal with a ton of people in real estate and the teachings are so applicable. Maybe do a top 6?

[@freedom_mentor]

Great recommendation. I'll check it out.

[@3flgator]

Phil my inlaws are selling their home for much less with the condition that they remain lifetime tenants in the home. Is a lifetime estate the proper document for this? Any lawyer recommendations? They are in Miami, FL. Thanks in advance.

[@freedom_mentor]

Why would they sell? Why wouldn't they just do a reverse mortgage?

[@3flgator]

@@freedom_mentor The problem is that ther home is worth 480k but the t owe 392k that includes 70k in new ac unit impact windows and doors and solar panels which starting this November will increase their property tax bill to 9200 a year. Plus a 220k interest only refinance loan at 10.75%. This means their monthly payment starting in November will increase from $2250 to $3,000 which they can not afford. But the bigger issue is that they agreed to an as is contract with a lifetime tenancy stay but when I saw it they had already signed the contract and my concern is that the new buyer upon buying the home, can sell the house the next day and kick my inlaws out. That's why they need a lawyer they can trust quickly because the closing date is July 24th.

[@supastar25]

I would have thrown in "The richest man in Babylon" in there, but great list. "How to win Friends" has really helped me about dealing with people in general, even though I haven't even finished it yet!

[@frederickolsen1570]

I just had a reflash of the early 1980's. The Bible is the ultimate book of life, But I remember reading "How to win friends" When my new parents, they were in Amway. Strangely in 2009 I was on a US merchant ship in Kobe Japan and walked right up to the Amway building! They were a great company, at least their products and theory were excellent! The other 3 books I want to read.

[@mizrahimjew9351]

Thank you, Brother Phil. I started reading a chapter of Proverbs in the summer of 2018. I still have to read Proverbs 4 today (September 4, 2020). G-d’s Word is my foundation🕎

[@Endeavor545]

I really liked A students work for C students by Kiyosaki. It was good and it was free on you tube. Kiyosaki isn't perfect, but, I believe he speaks the truth. It's not about real estate investing though.

[@CarltonWatkinsSr]

Just watched your video and wanted to thanks again for sharing, great info!

[@mskatrich]

This 1 simple video changed my life. In 2014 I watched it, took your advice. However, I was only able to get through 4 of those books before the universe placed Rich Dad Poor dad in my hands. Before I knew what I was doing, I quit my job in Dubai, made a property investment, hired a mentor, started a business, got the right people around me, met Robert Kiyosaki, and made it happen. Thank you, Phil, for helping me write my story.

[@MikefromLouisiana]

Proverbs was written by the wealthiest man ever to live. But he was wealthy only because God gave him wisdom! Seek wisdom and all the other stuff will follow. Phil is wise for putting the Bible at the top of a great list! Thanks for sharing!

[@lutonyajohnsontv6069]

I would love for you to do an updated video. It would be nice to know what you are reading now??

[@freedom_mentor]

You'll like this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kHKqZWWNrrmWd5Y

[@d.stroman3214]

Wow! I bought a Napoleon Hill motivational/inspiration cassettes in a case in my bookcase from the 90's. Yes, he does speak of Carnegie. Have to listen to them again.

[@richardfarr9785]

I have 2 of the 5, and you gave me the plan to achieve my goals! Great info you shared.

[@janiceflenor1189]

I think the point has gotten a bit lost. Anyone having an issue with book #1 in the list, please keep in mind it's still a BOOK just as the others. Stay focused. Phil's teachings are still awesome.

[@glennonprop3093]

The only one I have not read yet is "Awaken the Giant Within" by Tony Robbins. He is not my favorite speaker, but per your recommendation I will read it. Thanks Phil!

[@freedom_mentor]

I have been a speaker at that annual event for many years. They aren't having it this year and may not have it again anytime soon. They let go the person who spearheaded that event.

[@fannieburns175]

Phil you've done it again! I've got to locate my memo pad - I don't want to miss a beat!

[@ryonlyon]

The Bible may be the most read book, but it is also the most mis-understood book. But, if people find inspiration in it, so be it.

[@jacguitar97]

I have read the proverbs like 10 times already, im half ways with think and grow rich, ive listen on audio how to win friends.. i need the other 2 books where do i get them phil? and Im really want to get into this business i just need help like you said a Mentor well I be more than happy to be your Pupil.

[@libyhernandez6045]

Thanks Phil, i am gonna read those, i could download almost all the books you mention for FREE, God bless internet!!!

[@roningrim5671]

Thank you for the book list. I find that building good habits builds a good foundation. I am glad you did not recommend up to date cutting edge real estate books because they dont grow the foundation needed for success in all areas of life.

[@sizedoctor]

Think and grow rich is a great book, it changed my life. you can also get the audio version

[@darklord9668]

as an atheist I can learn from the bible ,as well as criticized it. Yeah if you grew up an atheist you were probably discriminated against get over it be an adult and realize you can learn knowledge from just about anything exept SJWs lol kek kek kek

[@suzied.8301]

Great video Phil.... I love almost all of those books. I'll check out the 2 I haven't read yet.

[@BrokTheLoneWolf]

How cool! I guessed the first 4 right. And own them as well. I was so sure you would say "Rich Dad Poor Dad". But now I'll have to look at good to great.

[@freedom_mentor]

Just because that book sold several million copies doesn't mean it is good for helping someone become a successful real estate investor.

[@gatirafamily9791]

Thank you so much for your service. Blessings

[@replyfirst]

millionaire next door is also a good book

[@bane3991]

I didn't read the bible or good to great. But I read how to win friend, awaken the giant within, and think and grow rich. Great books, helps you with people. But doesn't help you with real estate directly. In case anyone wants a heads up before buying these books and being annoyed it's not what you think.

[@FlowtnWitWalden]

Happy to have read the first 4 out of these five... got Personal Power on cassette! LOL

[@otnielo.t.manary273]

What an awesome presentation! People need to understand that the Bible is the most Powerful book ever written! Right on my Friend... Thank you! I am reading also "The Millionaire Mind"; "Think Like a Billionaire, Became a Billionaire"; "Simple Steps to Impossible Dreams"; and another wonderful one named "How To Be a Real Estate Investor with Phil Pustejovsky"

[@THE-VVATCHER]

great info. very motivating. my favorite video of yours yet. thanks!

[@JaromEubanks]

what are your thoughts on rich dad poor dad?

[@freedom_mentor]

Jarom Eubanks It has changed dramatically, in many ways, since its first edition. The original edition of the book, I would not have recommended to others. But this latest edition has cleaned up many of the problems so today's version is pretty good. By the way, I just released who his real life Rich Dad was, in case you were ever interested: www.freedommentor.com/robert-kiyosaki-real-life-rich-dad/

[@lelandjeppesen838]

Just found you today Phil. Your stock price just went up!

[@1111delana]

Thank you so much for your recommendations, the awesome part is I have one of those books right beside me! The bible :) Although there has been many books written since this video was published..I will start with the Bible...

[@eugenewilliams1337]

Great list, it is very hard for me to understand the people who are so closed minded that they do not understand true value. Although I have these books and I now believe in reading from my tablet or borrowing from the library for 99% of my books. I just repurchased four of these books at a used book sale for fifty cents each.These are great books for any business person or business owner. Proverbs provides a great deal of basic. Think and Grow Rich is much more than a book on goal settings. How to Make Friends and Influence People, used to be required reading at the "phone company", New Jersey Bell. Awaken the Giant Within goes better with at least one attendance of an Anthony Robbins event. And where else can you get the understanding of great, not good businesses from a world class business consultant. In Good to Great, Jim Collins and his teams has done the research at let you read the results.

[@BeauJames59]

The Bible speaks against money lending in several places.

[@clraffell]

Where? I know it states, 'you shall lend to many...

[@rondagatts8960]

It speaks against usury... money lending with interest.

[@estherstrategicadvisor749]

I KNEW there's a reason I wanted to connect with this man! This is April 27th 2020 & I was looking at and organizing the emails I received. Clicked on the latest video and in getting to the KZbin video, realized I NEVER subscribed. Scrolled through the channel and got to this old video. #GodsWisdomIsThePrincipleThing #PhilPustejovsky

[@freedom_mentor]

Correct.

[@jaimeterreforteII312]

What about Rich Dad Poor Dad? Financial Literacy is very important!

[@freedom_mentor]

Watch this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6PWm52blsZqabs

[@freedom_mentor]

Amazon is probably the best place to get the others.

[@jamesmsalilwa8733]

The first day I watched your videos- a few days ago, I realised that you do fear the LORD. In my prayer guided by the Holy Spirit, I prayed for you so that the Almighty God can bless you abundantly.

[@biskit7]

100% agree, awesome books... I am getting the last one as we speak, under $10 on amazon used.... B

[@Gea.Styles]

I feel so bad...I didn’t even think about the Bible...but I trust I pray every day for money and success in my business

[@CarolinaHustler]

What no rich dad Poor Dad?

[@freedom_mentor]

Watch this video: Personal Finance Wisdom You'll Hear No Where Else and then read the comments. Rich Dad Poor Dad has some great broad strokes points but actually has some completely incorrect points too. The most difficult part for beginners is to know the difference between signal and truth in that book.

[@thunderstorm864]

Where can I get free the book

[@freedom_mentor]

www.freedommentor.com/free-book

[@Techpodshed]

That did it for me the bible i want to work with you I want to be your Apprentice in real estate investing please. Im in the San Francisco Bay. Im a drywall contractor owner operator. Are you working in california?

[@freedom_mentor]

Apply here: www.freedommentor.com/apprentice

[@unoduetre12345]

I expected something more specific to real estate investment.

[@YungOutlaw]

what about the richest man in babylon

[@mizrahimjew9351]

Is that the one by Steve Scott? If so, the author (Steve) also has Biblical principles.

[@ladybug644]

I have read the first 3, lol! :)

[@aviyahubendawid98]

Proverbs is a profound book in scripture well done.

[@Lesscoelectronics]

good stuff, but tony robbins is not the father of self development, for the real deal watch earl nightingale.

[@freedom_mentor]

He's the father of Neuro Associative Conditioning which is far more powerful than the positive thinking self development of the past.

[@CuriousMindz]

+Lessco Electronics Jim Rohn was the mentor of Tony Robbins. He is the father of personal development.

[@freedom_mentor]

+CuriousMind But Tony took Rohn's foundational teachings to an entirely different level :)

[@michaelanderson9564]

That's an awesome list, you da man!

[@danieldvs100]

Definitely not getting the Bible lmao but I agree with the rest tho phill

[@aarinm3680]

I love how you said the Bible!!!

[@danielmontes7893]

They are all great books.

[@freedom_mentor]

Head over to my website and apply to be my next apprentice.

[@proteusindomitus5015]

I was like, nope, I'm quite certain the Bible's the greatest selli...ooh fuck, alright I'm out.

[@frogsnack7072]

2 down, 3 to go.

[@angelojamesdelacruz6649]

woooow Proverbs. God bless

[@jamesmsalilwa8733]

People don't understand that the Bible can be referred to as a 'constitution' for any human being. Going against what is written in it, one may seem to have money, yet is under curse and is going through lots of troubles. For instance, nothing can change from learning dates in history- before Christ (B.C) and after Christ- A.D no matter people like Jesus Christ or they hate Him. It's written in the Proverbs 8: 17-19 "I love those who love me, and those who seek me find me. 18 With me are riches and honour, enduring wealth and prosperity. 19 My fruit is better than fine gold; what I yield surpasses choice silver".

[@matthewalvarey8666]

The Rich Dad books are the bibles to RE.

[@rajumaharjan8631]

Great books !!!!

[@mikemer79]

Thanks sir

[@gapt3519]

lol. I like the KJV. NIV is gender neutral. I like your stuff. Very informative.

[@JayWerx]

You give great advice and have helped me a alot so I'll over look the bible thing.

[@ileanerusch]

Ok, I LOVE you!

[@belindamercer4505]

Respect for saying THE BIBLE

[@freedom_mentor]

Not to the most success real estate investors in this country.

[@davidmclean4639]

lost me right away, mentioning the bible.

[@firebug1892]

David McLean that’s the problem with this world!

[@TheCaptain773]

Open your mind dude... Christians read secular books for knowledge.

[@bearman631]

That's unfortunate.

[@Klayizzel]

Stopped taking this serious after he brought religion into it...most unprofessional thing I have ever seen.

[@freedom_mentor]

Reading a chapter of Proverbs every night (and taking heed of the advice) can transform you into an extraordinary business person. There have been studies done on successful CEOs and the #1 book they recommend for someone to read on becoming a successful business person is the Bible. There is NOTHING unprofessional about this subject.

[@freedom_mentor]

Shawn Davis (1) Many of the fathers of modern science were believers in a high power (Copernicus, Bacon, Kepler, Galileo, Descartes, Pascal, Newton, Boyle, Faraday, Mendel, Planck, to name a few). (2) When I lived in Nashville, my Pastor was Rice Broocks. Recently, his book, "God's Not Dead" was also turned into a movie. That book does a great job of debating this subject. To call someone an idiot for believing in a higher power ignores the fact that the argument for intelligent design is far more persuasive than that of a world without God. (3) My mentor used to say to people that acted like they were so intelligent, "If you're so smart, how come you're not rich?" So my hope is that you are a whole lot wealthier than me if you have the audacity to call me an idiot.

[@freedom_mentor]

Shawn Davis I appreciate your correspondence. The 90% statistic is in accurate. Many modern scientist fully believe in a higher power, including the person who spearheaded the human genome project. If you read the book "God's Not Dead", and you could refute Rice's arguments, you would usurp the greatest athiest minds of our time, so I wish you the best of luck in that. Since I am certain there is a higher power and you are convinced that I am an idiot, let's agree to disagree. Meanwhile, if you follow my real estate advice, you'll be wiser than most other investors. But you are welcome to ignore it at your own financial peril.

[@freedom_mentor]

Shawn Davis Forbes magazine did a study with CEOs and asked what they thought was the best business books of all time and the editors were shocked to find that the #1 choice Fortune 500 company CEOs cited was The Bible. I'm not alone in my advice.

[@mobile507]

Shawn Davis We might not all believe in a God, but that is besides the point. The Bible, specifically Proverbs, has some pretty solid advice on how to live as a smart, business person with good morals. You can argue that Jesus never existed, but you really cant argue that he was a terrible person that preached evil.

[@Tryshroom]

Whos manz is this 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@benjaminjoseph324]

So you're a born again Christian then, Phil?

[@The_Cyber_Nomad]

The Bible is probably the worst book to take advice from.

[@KevinHoda]

The bible is not a book, but a collection of books. Hence why he said to read the book of proverbs, which is located in the bible.

[@rainbowboii9512]

Jeremey Allen I totally agree with you.You are spot on!.

[@anonimus9921]

Depends how one takes advice

[@Techpodshed]

Jeremey Allen proverbs chapter is good stuff.

[@henrylacks9979]

Wow, Phil. Thanks for this video. I already read the Bible on a yearly completion plan, but will add a chapter of proverbs nightly. I, also, expected you to list real estate investing books, but you gave a great reason why you did not. Furthermore, it totally makes sense that the best books are those that impact/ influence the real estate investor’s personal growth and development. Kudos to you for this informative list. Thanks.