Seven Years to Seven Figures: The Fast-Track Plan to Becoming a Millionaire

FOREWORD

I haven't hit 35 yet, but . . .

By the time you read this book, my million-dollar-plus Florida home 100 steps from the ocean will be fully paid for. And I'll be debt free, with plenty of investments in other things as well, thanks in part to the author of this book. As he's done for so many others, he taught me how to do the right things to dramatically increase my income and net worth. Life is good.

It wasn't always like this . . .

When I was 23, I had zero net worth and a $23,500 a year salary. I went looking for something better, and met Michael Masterson on a job interview. I took a position with a company he consulted with.

Soon after that, I started using Michael's techniques and strategies to build my wealth. I knew he had succeeded (and failed) in many businesses over the years—and, watching him, I saw that he really analyzes every detail of what it takes to "make it." As a shortcut to success, I thought I could use what he'd learned so I could avoid mistakes and do the right things.

Following his lead, the changes in my financial situation were almost immediate. I knew exactly what to do to get ahead in my job, and I was doing it.

And the benefits have compounded every year. In fact, my net worth has probably increased tenfold in the last five years—during a time when the stock market's done nothing.

I credit Michael with getting me on track. I'm still influenced by him today—and not only in terms of wealth building. Michael has spent more time thinking about how to live ...