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Old Apr 30, 2016, 3:14 pm
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Originally Posted by kokonutz
Yes, good for him indeed!

But when I finish making my first $15 million I'm going to spend it on travel and experiences, not stuff like a mansion. But I'm sure it's a good investment.
To be fair, he's surely had quite a lot of travel and experiences already.
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Old Apr 30, 2016, 3:22 pm
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Originally Posted by 84fiero
Although I'm not really a big fan of the term's use on FT, I do find it funny that his address is on Kettle Court.

Nice looking house and I like the travel themed rooms idea.
looking through the photos, I can see several fabrics and fittings clearly inspired by several oneworld lounges.
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Old Apr 30, 2016, 3:28 pm
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Originally Posted by Prospero
looking through the photos, I can see several fabrics and fittings clearly inspired by several oneworld lounges.
I would have absolutely no shame copping the style of the Qantas F lounges for the Melbourne room in my theoretical Points Guy house . However, I guarantee there will be no copying of the CCR bathrooms for anything .
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Old Apr 30, 2016, 3:31 pm
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Originally Posted by TheBOSman
However, I guarantee there will be no copying of the CCR bathrooms for anything .
Genius! ^

<<twang>> <<cough>> <<cough>>
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Old Apr 30, 2016, 4:03 pm
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Originally Posted by gpapadop
Available for rent:

http://www.zillow.com/homedetails/4-...32660963_zpid/
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Old Apr 30, 2016, 8:47 pm
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I'm upset that some people posting on here aren't directing all their negative attention at Brian Kelly!
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Old Apr 30, 2016, 11:04 pm
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Originally Posted by SanDiego1K
..."The residence boasts an architectural tower that offers expansive views of the entire rear yard."
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Old May 1, 2016, 1:23 am
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19 OT posts deleted. If you want to exchange niceties that don't relate to the topic, get a virtual room on the interweb. Also note that posting animated gifs is a no-no on FT.

Regards Oliver2002
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Old May 1, 2016, 4:07 am
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Originally Posted by TheBOSman
To be fair, he's surely had quite a lot of travel and experiences already.
From Carol's link it looks like he's monetizing his RE in the short term rather than living in it. Which explains why it is getting some earned media.

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Old May 1, 2016, 7:53 am
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Originally Posted by kokonutz
From Carol's link it looks like he's monetizing his RE in the short term rather than living in it. Which explains why it is getting some earned media.

ABC!!! ^^
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Old May 1, 2016, 10:31 am
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Originally Posted by SanDiego1K
Is anyone familiar with the neighborhood? According to Zillow the market is quite "cold."
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Old May 1, 2016, 10:59 am
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Although I wouldn't claim to be a Hamptons expert by any means -- Texas is so far away! -- I can see from the map that the house is a full mile "north of the Highway" and several miles from Sag Harbor. It wouldn't work for anyone (like me) interested in logging some serious beach time. Or for anyone with children. But I rather gather that that's not the targeted demographic anyway.

I respect anyone who can start and run a successful business. It's just that I find the blog nearly unreadable.

Very evidently many others don't share my opinion.
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Old May 1, 2016, 9:45 pm
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Can't wait to have a monthly MS meeting at this house with TPG sharing with all of us his secrets on how he gets 5x for his gift card and money orders MS activities all with free booze and no ticket to attend. You know, kind of like an FU to FTUs you guys...

Ok, I am laughing now...

#toomuchlamb&wine
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Old May 1, 2016, 11:42 pm
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Originally Posted by gpapadop
Can't wait to have a monthly MS meeting at this house with TPG sharing with all of us his secrets on how he gets 5x for his gift card and money orders MS activities all with free booze and no ticket to attend. You know, kind of like an FU to FTUs you guys...

Ok, I am laughing now...

#toomuchlamb&wine
Too much Easter dinner! Wasn't this why you said no blog today/tonight?

Meantime, I always hopped on to his Periscope live chats and pressed for what % of his points earnings come from MS... alas, he never answered
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Old May 2, 2016, 3:23 am
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I doubt any of the titans do MS. They don't need to because income from regular sources pays for travel. And talking about details of MS just scares off advertisers and affiliates.
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