Making Your Life Partner a Business Partner? Read This by Tony Martinez

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Tony Martinez is the Founder and Chairman of the US Tax Lien Association, which is an organization that is committed and dedicated to helping others achieve total financial freedom through the power of investing in Tax Lien Certificates. With over 30 years of expert experience, Tony is the world's #1 authority on the subject of creating enduring wealth through the little know strategy of investing in Tax Lien Certificates, which gives anyone the opportunity to earn guaranteed fixed rates of returns of 18% – 36% interest per year, and acquire valuable real estate for approximately 10% of market value.

Deciding to go into business with your life partner is a huge step and can be very rewarding. Tony and I know that jumping into a new endeavor can be stressful, and having the support of the person you chose to spend the rest of your life with is critical.

We recommend looking at this situation as another opportunity to grow and meet goals together while propelling yourselves towards success. While there are many benefits, in order to enjoy them we have listed 4 recommendations below.

1. Don’t let ego get in the way. While you may not always agree with everything your partner does or thinks, take a moment to think critically about your options. They may in fact have a better idea, so it’s up to you to recognize that and embrace it. In sum, let go of the need to always be right.
2. Keep all work related talk confined to the office. Once you both leave work, literally leave work! Do not let it distract you from your personal life. This will be even more challenging if you’ll be working from home.
3. Equalize the workload. Tax deed and tax lien investing is very computer focused these days. I understand if one person is more tech savvy than the other, but they shouldn’t have to do all of the due diligence on their own. Find ways for the both of you to participate in grueling research tasks early on.
4. Hold each other accountable. Consider holding a weekly meeting where you discuss each others successes, pitfalls, and questions. You both need to be on the same page at all times. If one of you begins to feel discouraged, it’s up to the other to strengthen them.

Running a business with your partner is invigorating. Let your strong bond work to your advantage, but remember, like in any business relationship... mutual respect is key.

Sincerely,
Tony Martinez