Nick Vertucci recently released a new book, a guide and memoir, Seven Figure Decisions: Having the Balls to Succeed. In his new book, Vertucci shares about his personal challenges and explains in detail, and with direction, his principles related to real estate investment; he even accounts for how he applied these principles to gain financial wealth and entrepreneurial freedom. He emphasizes his core message that “You don’t strike it rich by playing is safe.” With this in mind, he outlines the fundamental decisions you can make to go from middle class to a millionaire.
Within Vertucci’s , Vertucci defines the most important aspects of his success – specifically identifying the lessons he learned and how he implemented change to correct past mistakes. Some lessons covered in this book include:
- Why it is essential to come from a place of service for your clients at all costs, and not a place of self service; and how this can help you achieve seven figures
- How to push past fears and alter your mindset to pursue your dreams
- How to raise your sights higher and how this can drastically change your professional outcome
Nick Vertucci’s book has been endorsed by American entrepreneur and business executive Kevin Harrington. Harrington is the founder of As Seen on TV and is one of the original “sharks” on Shark Tank. Harrington expresses “Everyone loves a rags-to-riches story. But
you know what’s even better? A rags-to-riches, back-to-rags, and back-to-riches-again story…Nick Vertucci started with no money or education and made a fortune in the tech industry. Then he lost it all. But like a true entrepreneur, he started over, fought his way back, and made another fortune. If you dream of being a millionaire, listen to someone who’s done it … twice.”
Seven Figure Decisions: Having the Balls to Succeed already has exceptional reviews by its readers, identifying the book as “motivating and inspiring.”
About Nick Vertucci
Nick Vertucci was born in a middle class family and grew up humbly. His family provided what he needed, although they were not considered wealthy. However, when Vertucci was ten years old, he lost his father. Following his father’s death, he watched his mother struggle financially while raising the family. When Vertucci was eighteen years old, he found himself living in his car. Most individuals in this situation would report defeat, and only live a mediocre life. However, instead of letting the fear stop him from growing, Vertucci started his first company selling computer parts. During this time, he recognized the freedom he obtained from being an entrepreneur, both with time and money. With hardwork and discipline, Vertucci went from living out of his van to earning seven figures. His new life expanded when he met his wife, married, and had three beautiful daughters.
For years, Vertucci . However, when year 2000 approached, and the dot com industry crashed, Vertucci found himself at a loss. All of his financial success was gone and the last thing he owned with any value was his home. At this time, he felt defeated. For 18 months following his loss, Vertucci struggled to identify financial opportunities to assist his family, continuously digging himself deeper into a hole of debt. Then one day a friend asked him to attend a 3 day real estate seminar. Vertucci was reluctant at first, but after further convincing by his friend, Vertucci agreed to attend. This is when his life changed – Vertucci reports “it was the best decision I ever made in my life.”
For anyone new to working in real estate, the concept can appear challenging and intimidating. Many will stop and think, “I don’t have enough money,” “I don’t have the time,” or “I don’t have what it takes.” To succeed takes confidence, determination, and persistence, all characteristics that Vertucci saw in himself. While attending the conference, Vertucci reported he did not understand everything the speaker was sharing, but that he felt something in himself and IT just clicked – he knew that day that he was going to move forward, and that he was going to get out of his financial rut.
For the next ten years, Vertucci was determined, and continued to train, study, and understand everything there was to know about real estate. From basic understandings such as cash flow and return rate, to the complexity of mortgage rates and title reports, Vertucci continued to work hard and develop a strategy to match his personal goals. He eventually found success. Through this taxing journey, he was confronted with many of life’s challenges and was forced to overcome fears that could have prevented him from succeeding – this is what lead him to develop his turn key system. He found inspiration to share his personal stories and knowledge with others, and to provide them with the tools to succeed. Vertucci now teaches this system at NVREA – Nick Vertucci Real Estate Academy.
What is Real Estate Investment?
Real estate investment is the buying and selling of real estate, in hopes to obtain a profit. Millions of agents and investors work every year worldwide to try to get into the niche of real estate investing. However, due to the difficulties, barriers, and continued rejection, most people do not succeed. In Seven Figure Decisions: Having the Balls to Succeed, Vertucci tells you his story of how he overcame the odds and details his strategy to help future entrepreneurs and aspiring investors.
Nick Vertucci Real Estate Academy – NVREA
NVREA was founded in 2014 in Orange County, California on the basis that “Wealth is Waiting.” Intriguing, right? At the academy, Vertucci helps students across the nation achieve their goals in real estate investing. His seminars and classes teach students hands on how to succeed, providing education on:
- Wholesale and flipping contracts
- Rehabbing and flipping properties
- Buying and holding properties for long-term cash flow
- Commercial investments
- Leveraging your IRA and 401K to fund investments
- Asset protection
- And much more…
Vertucci breaks the transactions down into three simple steps – “Get in, Get out, Get paid.” This concept analyzes how to find the best deals, get the deals (buy low, sell high!), prep the deal, flip (through rehabbing, wholesaling, or renting), and get your fortune.
The classes provide the information and key points on how to flip a home. Many of these aspects are often overlooked, which is why entrepreneur Vertucci has gained so much wealth – attention to detail and sticking to the rules he created. In an interview with Weekly Opinion, Vertucci outlined important notes to flipping a home, also known as his Fortunes in Flipping system:
- The seller doesn’t set the homes value – only the market does. Most people have a false sense that their home is the best on the market. Accept reality – that is not typically true. Only a true market evaluation can price the home.
- Check the square footage of the home on the county’s website – this could change the value of the house. As a buyer, make sure the listing isn’t overestimating the size of the house – this can increase price per square foot. As a seller, make sure it is accurate, because higher square footage means an increased listing price.
- The importance of staging and renovation – people will notice the small details. Invest in the presentation of the home, as it will ultimately drive up the listing price.
- Get the home inspection first – ease your mind. Don’t let unexpected required repairs affect the value of the house. In the end, this can give peace of mind and save money.
- The costs of updating a home – again, renovation! Renovation not only increases the listing price, but also increases the potential for a quicker sale. More buyers will be interested knowing they will not need to put the hassle into renovations after they move in.
- Sentimental value is only important to the seller – this can be a hard one to accept. Often times the seller increases the value due to sentimental value, not wanting to replace the old fixtures that have their children’s memories attached. Give the buyer a chance to fall in love with the property – take pictures of sentimental pieces, then upgrade.
- Condos can be confusing – financing is different compared to buying a home. Everyone involved in the transaction needs to be informed about the process to avoid mistakes. Just one mistake can ruin a deal.
- Start prepping early – start preparing for the sale before the seller meets the agent. Get the house renovated and preparations done. Get ready to sell before it is too late.
The knowledge that Verucci has gained over his decade working in real estate has provided himself financial opportunities, as well as created gains for investors he has worked with. His desire is to continue to share this knowledge with other dreamers, so that they can gain the freedom he has found.
Nick Vertucci’s 4 Keys to Success
With a comprehensive knowledge of investment and real estate,Vertucci lays out a fourfold strategy to a winning plan – See it. Believe it. Map it. Execute it. This plan can be utilized for all businesses and is not limited to real estate investing.
First step, SEE IT. Vertucci explains that when you see something you want, you need a clear vision to accomplish it. Once you see it, you must BELIEVE IT. The reason for most individuals failure is their lack of confidence – they simply do not believe in themselves. People tend to have the false belief that they cannot be great. Vertucci teaches students to build self confidence and to recognize that their minds are like a muscle – they must continue to build and strengthen their minds. Once a student can believe it, they can MAP IT. This is when they create a plan – something that works.. This is the roadmap to there success. Lastly, EXECUTE IT. Once the system is created, you have structure to accomplish it. Act on the idea and pursue your dreams.
These 4 steps, although appearing simple, can be challenging. However, with the support of Vertucci’s team at NVREA, students are provided resources to accomplish their goals. Nick Vertucci claims that students will be empowered to take bold, calculated risks, similar to those he took to reinvent himself. Many students have identified great benefits from attending NVREA.
“Doing well in real estate is not easy. There are a lot of unknowns and variables, along with people that take advantage of your lack of knowledge. NVREA provides you with the tools and knowledge to succeed. Participating in the classes and bus tour was the best decision I made for my future. Nick is the real deal. His integrity, knowledge of the business and genuine belief of the system comes through in the program, and everyone you meet along the way. Stepping out of the traditional box is scary, but his kindness, and the kindness of his team, made it extremely exciting. His program works and he stands behind his word. All you have to do is follow the program and have the balls to succeed.” – Victoria Haas
“We chose to surround ourselves with people like Nick, so that we can achieve the financial freedom with guidance from the best” – Morgan & Tom Capozza
“I LOVE the NIck Vertucci system, I have only been in the real estate business since AUG 2016, and I will tell you I have already gotten more knowledge and even done a wholesale deal and gap funding deal in this short time and have made more money than I thought was possible.” – Shawn and family
“As cheesy as it is, going through the training with Nick and the whole NVREA team has been life-changing. By that I mean that I have more confidence to go about tasks in my everyday life. I am still learning so much from the trainers (which means I’m continually growing) and although it’s a tough industry to get into, Nick has made a system where if everything is done correctly, it is foolproof. This training gives YOU control of YOUR future. How much work you put in directly reflects how successful you are. With the tools Nick gives, your dreams are so much more attainable.” – Jessica Whisman
Most of the reviews about NVREA speak highly of Nick Vertucci, and place his strategy and beliefs as valuable, real, and life-changing.
How to Learn about Vertucci Strategy and Start Making Millions
Outside of enrolling in NVREA or reading Seven Figure Decisions: Having the Balls to Succeed, Vertucci hosts free seminars for those interested in furthering their understanding on real estate basics. Seminars are held in San Diego, Sacramento, Dallas, and Miami. His moto promotes all to attend, even those with no real estate experience, no cash reserves, and no formal training. That IS where Vertucci started himself.
How can one succeed then? In this seminar, he covers:
- How to get started making money “flipping” homes near you—the real estate secrets the “gurus” don’t want you to know
- How to find and lock down income-producing properties
- “Inflation-proofing” your cash flow by investing in real estate
- Tips and tricks to help you network like a pro
- Balancing a real estate investing business with your “day job”
- Using your self-directed retirement accounts as capital—this is a powerful wealth strategy that can help you build your business while earning profits tax-free and tax-deferred profits
- Investing in real estate WITH NO CASH DOWN—learn the secrets of using other people’s money to fund and fix your investment properties and build your portfolio
These seminars are nationwide and open to all individuals.
You can also find Vertucci on his weekly radio show “The Real Estate Investing Hour.” In this weekly radio show, Vertucci discusses various real estate strategies, including but not limited to how to acquire single family rentals in foreclosures, how to rehab them, and how to rent and manage them.
Seven Figure Decisions: Having the Balls to Succeed
Vertucci promotes that anyone looking for direction, especially those experiencing hardship with their business, should take a look inside his new book. His book is an honest, authentic narrative into the truths of becoming an investor, recapping trials on successes and failures, and most importantly, is an inspiring piece for those who are looking to reach their goals. Readers have reported “Nick put his heart into this read to inspire anyone who wants to make a change in their life. A must read!!!” and “What an eye opener! Very concise and straightforward. An absolute must read for anybody looking to make a difference in their life!” The book seems to be popular and worth the read.
It’s not how much money you make, but how much money you keep, how hard it works for you, and how many generations you keep it for.
— Nick Vertucci
On a typical day, Vertucci can be found either in his corporate office, which is located in Orange County, California, walking the different departments of his corporate offices, on the phone with his team, or in different parts of the nation sharing about his journey. He proudly identifies that he does not get caught up in personal and or business minutia, but instead focuses on how to create revenue. Vertucci is consistently setting goals, daily, weekly, and yearly, as he believes “These are the stepping stone’s to one’s vision.”
Today, Vertucci continues to promote his book, speaks at various seminars, educates students, shares on his radio show, and most importantly, he continues to implement his skills and knowledge to continue to build his portfolio, gaining continued wealth as a real estate investor.
