The Venus Approach to Real-Estate Investing (Paperback)

by S. A. Philipp (Author), B. Heil-Sonneck (Author)
Key Phrases: wendy patton, women investors, The Venus Approach, Real-Estate Investing, New Jersey (more...)

Editorial Reviews

Review
"I have lived through outsourcing and bank mergers and was always dreaming about switching careers, never realizing that I had the skills for a career in real-estate investing. This book offers all the inspiration a women needs to realize her dreams" --Kathy Lunger, former VP Banking Industry, New York

Venus Approach to Real-Estate Investing is an incredible story of "REAL" women who started with nothing but determination and drive. They educated themselves by learning from others' triumphs and mistakes and using the power of Real Estate Investor Associations to guide them. Now these women are giving back so others can learn from them. Excellent examples of paying it forward. Way to go! --Anne Galasso, Executive Director, Georgia Real Estate Investors

Written to encourage and empower women to use the strengths and wiles of their femininity to become successful real-estate investors, this 220-page paperback sandwiches the first-person stories of nine such successful female investors between introductory chapters with provocative titles like "Where Low Testosterone Equals a Vastly Different Investment Approach" and concluding chapters that discuss what it takes to be successful in the field.The book is a combination of inspiration, motivation, persuasion, advice, and how-to. In lively and always-understandable prose, the authors present real-estate investing as a viable and rewarding option for which women are ideally suited. The chapter "Do You Have What It Takes to be a Successful Real-Estate Investor" takes a realistic look at the demands of the career. Challenges of the currently troubled real-estate market are addressed in "Tap Into the Special Female Touch to Conquer Even a Down Market." The authors also provide realistic and cautionary advice in "The Million Dollar 'Not To Do List,'" which contains practical pointers like, "Do not invest without a plan," and "Do not underestimate renovating costs." This book would make an excellent resource for any woman, old or young, with an interest in real-estate investing. It contains enough information about the business and the qualities needed to be successful to tell the reader whether or not this career is for her. Additionally, the book has a wealth of Web site information for those wanting to find out more about the book's contributors and their specialties, and begin educating themselves. --Violet Nesdoly Writer & Book Critic, British Columbia, Canada

Product Description
Ready yourself for a once-in-a-lifetime collective insider look into the fascinating world of America's most successful real-estate investor ladies. Find out how real-estate investing enabled these women to find fame, fortune and even occasional romance.

Expect an inspiring, entertaining and educational book for all aspiring women real-estate investors and an absolute must-read for all you manly investors who would like to get an inside look into what makes your female competition tick. Enjoy an in-depth examination into the gender-specific ways women investors use their inherent skills to identify business opportunities, interact with their counterparts, negotiate profitable deals, set up systems to streamline their course of action, all the while they satisfy their natural desire to nurture their environment and fulfill their need for personal harmony and happiness.

But there is more. The heart and soul of this book revolves around the truly inspirational life stories of America's most successful women real-estate investors: Donna Bauer, Kathy Kennebrook, Liah Kraft-Kristaine, J.D., Joanne Musa, Wendy Patton, Sharon Restrepo, Dwan Bent-Twyford, Lauri Waddell and Mary Wozny. They share their knowledge with others who also would like to get into this field. All of them are well known and respected in the industry. They are published authors, sought-after speakers and highly compensated business coaches. One has presented her expertise on Oprah Winfrey's television show, while others collaborated on smashingly successful motivational and educational projects with industry greats such as Donald Trump, Robert Kiyosaki, Suze Orman, and Anthony Robbins.

Find out:

· What Drives the Successful Female Real-Estate Investor?

· Where Low Testosterone Equals a Vastly Different Investment Approach

· Why Some Have to get Fired to Become a Wealthy Real-Estate Investor

· Do You Have What it Takes to be a Successful Real-Estate Investor

· How to Benefit from The Million-Dollar 'Not-To-Do'List

Product Details

• Paperback: 220 pages
• Publisher: The Sternthaler Group; First edition (February 22, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0981482503
• ISBN-13: 978-0981482507
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 5.8 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,354,840 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Venus Approach to Real Estate marketing, April 13, 2008

By	Franci C. Edgerly (Saint Simons Island, GA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The Venus Approach to Real-Estate Investing turned out to be an excellent book for me. I read lots of business books and too many of them lack heart and soul. Authors S.A. Philipp and Barbara Heil-Sonneck managed to offer both, along with some great analytical writing. The stories contributed by the women real estate investors are fun to read and tremendously inspiring. What makes this book interesting from a business perspective, however, is to learn to which extend our approach as women in real estate differs from that of our male competitors. And that we do indeed make great real estate investors. Right on! Franci Edgerly, CEO. www.vacations2discover.com

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Fresh Approach, June 16, 2008

By	Lourdes Gonzalez - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

There are so many Real Estate books out on the market today that standing out is quite the feat. Barbara Heil-Sonneck and S.A. Phillip's Venus Approach to the Real Estate Market focuses on the female perspective, bringing a fresh take to the genre. Whether it is your first venture into the real estate world, or you've been in the business for a while, you will undoubtedly find priceless information in these pages. As a woman who has only recently begun working in Real Estate, I have found this book to be incredibly helpful, supplying me with great insider tips and a solid, common sense approach tempered with inspirational often funny anecdotes. I recommend this book to anyone (man or woman, novice or seasoned pro) who is looking for a new perspective on the ever-changing, fast paced world of Real Estate Investing.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Motivating and Empowering, August 19, 2008

By	P. Lovitt (Southern California) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

"The Venus Approach to Real Estate Investing" is a wonderful tool to help women gain a better understanding about the world of real estate investing. I found it to be very empowering and motivating. The authors are obviously passionate about this field and are very positive about sharing their knowledge to help others. The life stories of eight other successful female real estate investors are told. I found their stories to be very inspiring. By reading their stories you learn about the good and the bad experiences that can come from real estate investing. There are many valuable lessons taught in this book. In addition to the wealth of information and inspiring stories, there are also books and websites listed so that one can greatly research further into this area.
Not having much information about real estate investing prior to reading this book, I really learned a lot. I also discovered that there are professional organizations for real estate investors. These groups provide additional resources, information and support to investors. One of the most important chapters in the book is 12, "The Million Dollar Not-To-Do List." Following the advice discussed in this section will help many women avoid the pitfalls that other people have experienced in this field.
I highly recommend "The Venus Approach to Real Estate Investing." In today's economy it is important for women to use whatever tools they have at their disposal to be able to support themselves in a manner that is meaningful. The book stresses the importance of always maintaining respect and integrity when doing business. This is something that can apply to all areas of our lives. As a matter of fact, there are many ideas discussed that will help women succeed with anything that they chose to. I loved this, because I can apply many of these principles to my life right now, whether or not I choose to expand myself into the world of real estate investment. What a perfect gift this book will make for all women in your life!