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Stuart Zadel Seminars - A review

24/9/2012

Here is my report of a free weekend Seminar with Wealth Guru Stuart Zadel of TGR (Think and Grow Rich). It is a mind boggling experience. He is a clever seminar promoter / stage host and so he just warms up his guests and captures their minds. His presenters do the hard sales talk while Stuart entertains his guests with stories and self discovery and works his magic literally. After we sober up a little from our dreams and face the price tag its time to go on line.
Stuart appears to be a man with a mission and I did noticed a Landmark style mission glow on his staff and that army of volunteers. What he really sells is the dream of self development with success in anybody's reach. Develop a burning desire, dream big and then go all out and make it from the bottom to the top of the pyramide.

Land mark runs self development courses and they have a bit of a cultish feel about them. Its maybe the fact that there are so many happy volunteers on board that makes me suspect some indoctrination. He does a stage performance with an arrow - its magical. When later asked about his belief system there are no straight answers. It remains a mystery - go figure. And it runs from 9 to 7. So the vibes have plenty of time to catch up with you.

Now what's the takeaway for me. I did end up spending money in partnering with 3 others, but that was a flop. It seems that the courses are attracting lazy people and loosers that like a free lunch. We still run a modestly successful ebay family business, that is hard work and the ebay magic course in my opinion is overpriced and sub standard. I found better training courses online for $80.

They had Dominique Grubisa on stage, a Lawyer. Very interesting, eye opening and worthwhile to listen, but quite depressing when you realize how vulnerable your little possessions are and that you don't have the will and money to protect them. She seems to be fair dinkum. She actually posted on this site with an honest response to some strong criticism. Bonus points for her !

We watched the business renovators businessrenovators. See also http://bizrenovators.com/fix-my-business/ They use Alexa.com to analyze their competitors and recommend marketing to a red hot niche. Any business must start with due diligence and competitor analysis online and offline.

My personal take away in self discovery was that in practical terms I am in a majority group of people that would prefer to earn $70k while having $60k friends over earning $80k and having $90k friends. Stuart Zadel actually did not sell anything himself. He gave things away, paying it forward in the firm belief that the universe will pay him back. I love this philosophy especially in others. Maybe its time to buy into that a little myself. He then bothered to hand out little bows of appreciation, 3 of them. I did nothing with mine so far. Funny thing for me as a Christian the pay it forward should come natural. Christ did it to us so that we would extend it (pass it on to others).

82 Comments

Nick

22/4/2013 12:29:14

Hi
I am interested to know what you thought of the package you brought from Dominique Grubisa.
I also went to the seminar and was interested in the assent protection setup she was offering.
Regards
Nick

Walter Strohbeck

22/4/2013 17:54:03

Hi Nick
I didn't buy
Main reason is that I did not want to spend the money as I have only one investment property
Best to buy as a group

kriskrohan link

6/5/2013 01:49:12

Investing in real estate is as advantageous and as attractive as investing in the stock market. I would say it has three times more prospects of making money than any other business.

Walter

6/5/2013 21:00:47

I agree. Its generally saver and hence you can leverage more !

Nathan

31/1/2014 11:33:24

The cost to acquire, hold and dispose of property is significantly more with property over paper assets, and then you add the risks of tenants, real estate agents, etc. You also then have to understand it as a different asset class. Property is not very liquid and provides little diversity. You buy a property in the wrong suburb, street, estate or building and that is your whole investment undiverisifed exposed (assuming 1 property). Leverage is only useful to those who know how to use it for maximal gain.

Investment whether in Property, Paper Assets or a business is good for those who are disciplined with money and know how to save (and actually do it). Those bad with money generally make bad decisions and are the ones forced to sell and often at a loss.

At the end of the day cashflow is KING. Take away your cashflow which is for most people their job and property, shares and leverage go out the window! Which is why the rich get richer.....they often have a business which generates cashflow allowing them to invest.

Walter

6/5/2013 21:16:59

One more comment.
Stuart Zadel of TGR is mesmerizing his audience. He is a captivating speaker and connects. In this way he has the edge over his competitor Knowledgesource. But that has a downside. You may buy and regret. Knowledge Source's is the better alternative. John Giann is actually not appearing on stage at all.
But he offers a 30 day money back guarantee and Zadel does not. Its nice to get free books, but I have paid big time. Not everything Zadel has on stage is value for money. I got stuck with Matt and Amanda Clarksons ebay magic course which in my opinion is not good value for money. I found out too late that they have attracted very severe and widespread criticism online.

Val

18/11/2013 09:52:34

Hi Walter,

I sign 2 seminars, cost me 10K. I was crazy and paid deposit 2k straigth on conference. Now I would like out from seminars, but don't know how. I think better lost 2k than 10k after reading other's comments about Stuart Zadel's 3-days expensive workshop.

If somebody has the same problem plese share with me what I should to do.

Chris

28/2/2017 18:42:24

Hi Val,
What courses did you buy, are they still current/valid and how much would you sell them for?
Regards,Christopher.

Desi Perez

14/2/2020 18:52:29

Matt and Amanda Clarksons ebay magic course was a huge waste of money for me and wasn't even worth 1/4 of the price

Alex link

2/6/2013 21:41:27

Hi Nick.
I liked your review of the seminar that I found browsing google. I've been the Stuart Zadel seminar and I also found it awesome. I'm really interested in the Dominique Grubisa package but I haven't bought it yet too, like you. I want to protect my assets but yeah, just haven't made the jump to pay for it. Cheers.

Joe

15/8/2013 19:55:19

I must say its quite a surprise to stumble across all this negative feedback about Stuart Zadel and his friends. Personally I have attended a couple of his training weekends (leadership + experience) and they were absolutely amiaising. I have also invested in Cherie Barbers Renovating course and Daniel Kertchers Forex program. Both of which have made my money back and more and I intend to replace my income rather than being in construction. I believe Zadel offers only the best, sure people havn't succeeded with their idea of get rich quick packs but how much time have they dedicated to them? It is a lot of hard work but I must say, when a couple of Forex trades head your way making you 1000s of percent on your margin, or you strike your 1st property deal that makes you 50K+ you soon wake up and listen!!
Its all in your mind and attitude.

Joe

28/8/2013 18:25:50

I went to a TGR Seminar and saw Dominique, I bought her package and from then on it was all down hill. People including her forget to get back to me, for days, the office didn't pass on messages, it was excuse after excuse, for over a year and it never got any better, all this before anything got set up. I finally thought it's not worth it but was told there are no refunds by the TGR department, looks like we have to continue working together not getting what we want. Buyer Beware they won't refund your money, once its gone, its gone and it doesn't mean you'll get what you paid for.

Walter Strohbeck

29/8/2013 02:31:29

Joe I am sorry to hear that
I got burned as well at TGR
I signed up for the eBay magic course and I have been put on notice to not publish a critique that could damage the business of bidding buzz. So I pulled down my reviews on eBay and my websites because I don't want to enter litigation. What I see as fair and balanced albeit predominantly negative if a product does not measure up can be taken very personal and seen as defamation. If the product is a service and falls short then critique becomes more personal as it calls ethics into question. Having said this may I recommend that you limit yourself to knowledge source seminars. They honor their 30 day money back guarantee. To me that translates to more ethical performers among their presenters as they have to agree to the terms and conditions. Tens of thousands of Australians are on their data base.

Tony

7/9/2013 16:32:21

I just came back from the 2 day Stuart Zadel seminar today(8sep13), I only feels this:
Any one know about the US Gold Rush?
Who made the money in the gold rush, it's the Jean maker!
No ganrantee to make money for the client, but the course providers make money first.

Walter

7/9/2013 17:55:54

That's right Tony. Let's face it when it comes to outdoing the pack with clever money making schemes there is always an element of dream selling (easy money) , greed and speculation (gambling) involved. Talking gold rush - good point - the GFC comes to mind. The dream sellers made the money and the masses foot the bill.

Damien

8/9/2013 07:33:29

I also attended this weekend Sept 13. However me & my brother left after the 1st break. We have been to a number of these seminars over past few years & it became obvious that this one was no different. They play on people's emotion & then try to sell them the dream of success.

Andy

5/10/2013 22:43:44

Hi
I went to the Perth convention today (6th October)
It seemed like a fast talking sell with lots of figures mentioned ( massive profit s made in weeks) ,,
I almost got sucked in, until at the end there was a mention of a price reduction of 10 k down to 5, and there is only 15 spaces left so please rush to the counter as it's first come first serve, yeh right!
At that point I realized it was a big money scam......
NO thanks

Andy

5/10/2013 22:46:27

Val

18/11/2013 10:08:02

Hi,
I went to Adelaide Stuart's conference in November 2013. I was angry for myself that not reed any comments about this type of seminars before my attendence. I sign 2 expenseve workshops totaly cost 10K, 2K deposit was paid straigt in conference. I don't now where my head been at that moment. It was my worth financial desicion at that day. Now I would like out from this 2 workshops. Better lost 2K than 10K but don't know how.
If somebody have the same experience please share knowledge with me what I should to do.

Walter

18/11/2013 11:58:45

Hello Val,
Best to read your contract first and check your legal rights in your state with Consumer Affairs.
http://www.complaintline.com.au/consumeraffairs.html
Secondly phone Zadels office and find out what they have to say. Thirdly you may check any money back guarantee by the course authors and phone the course providers (often from Queensland). What courses did you buy ?

Val

18/11/2013 13:55:27

Thanks, Walter
I bought TRADING PURSUITS as part of the TradeAbility Income package (somthing about shares) and other one TGR Seminars with Dominique Grubisa.
I try contact with them by e-mail and phone. My results for today:
Trading Pursuits- on website I found 7 days calling off period but they said they not have calling off period and they need reason for councelation.
TPG Dominique- I found in 2012 they have 30days calling off period, but nothing for the this year.
As Andy mention above 'until at the end there was a mention of a price reduction of 10 k down to 5, and there is only 15 spaces left so please rush to the counter as it's first come first serve' it click in my brain to be quick and actually I not have a time to read carefully contract. I ask Stuart's helpers to give me a form that I can fill it later but they not give it away without sign it. So I fill like if I not sign it now I will lost the chance to be in that seminars. it was big life lesson for me NEVER, NEVER SIGN IN SHORT TIME.

Walter (Melbourne)

18/11/2013 12:08:41

One recommendation:
Go to Knowledge Source Seminars. Last time I checked they have a 30 day money back guarantee (sometimes by the same presenters that speak on TGR (Zadel)

Walter link

18/11/2013 12:11:02

HAVING REGRETS ?
http://www.complaintline.com.au/consumeraffairs.html

Asho

26/11/2013 21:19:42

Funny I also went to the Adelaide TGR seminar 'nov2013' I was very keen to do Dominique course. I sent email to her co. with 5 or 6 very specific questions about her course. The reply which I received did not answer even one of my questions but just said The course probably wasn't right for me becauseI was too sceptical

Asho

26/11/2013 21:29:29

I also wonder why do the presenters rush off so quickly without taking questions from the audience and when I rang to find out more specific details about the course you pretty much have to sign up before you get any information

Asho

26/11/2013 21:29:41

Walter

26/11/2013 21:56:00

Thanks Asho,
Valuable contribution. Seems that there is a level of shiftiness in most gurus. They do play mind games and they are not fair dincum.
The lure is the free seminars where they gain our trust by paying it forward. I wonder now if the protection system offered is really as robust as they make you belief. In any case it is depressing that you have to spent thousands on lawyers for peace of mind. And all the bad stories do undermine trust in decency of humanity at large. Scare mongers comes to mind. Most of the people are simply lacking competence, but are not malignant.

Nathan

31/1/2014 11:45:11

They run off because they do not want to disturb the rest of the program for the day and cause delays or distract from the next speaker.

Daniel Kercher at Stuart Zadel's Seminar in Perth, was able to answer questions after, because It was only Daniel Speaking.

Scare mongering as a sales technique must always be balanced (actually outweighed) by positive sales techniques. Never buy anything out of fear. Just out of wisdom!

Business which includes investing is about managing risk. Learn to see risk, understand risk, and how to minimise it. You can never eliminate it.

Nathan

31/1/2014 11:45:24

Nathan

31/1/2014 11:50:03

Note speakers run off at multi-presenter seminars to not disturb the schedule nor detract from the next speaker.

Daniel Kertcher spoke for ages after his seminar for Stuart Zadel.

Scare Sales techniques must always be outweighed by positive sales techniques (if you are a proper trained sales person looking for long-term business and relationships). Never buy anything out of fear. Only out of Wisdom.

Business (which includes investing) is about managing risk. Identifying risk, understanding risk, minimising risk. You can never eliminate risk.

Nathan

31/1/2014 11:50:10

Nathan

31/1/2014 11:50:17

Nathan

31/1/2014 11:50:27

Note speakers run off at multi-presenter seminars to not disturb the schedule nor detract from the next speaker.
Daniel Kertcher spoke for ages after his seminar for Stuart Zadel.
Scare Sales techniques must always be outweighed by positive sales techniques (if you are a proper trained sales person looking for long-term business and relationships). Never buy anything out of fear. Only out of Wisdom.

Business (which includes investing) is about managing risk. Identifying risk, understanding risk, minimising risk. You can never eliminate risk.

Nathan

31/1/2014 11:50:36

Note speakers run off at multi-presenter seminars to not disturb the schedule nor detract from the next speaker.
Daniel Kertcher spoke for ages after his seminar for Stuart Zadel.
Scare Sales techniques must always be outweighed by positive sales techniques (if you are a proper trained sales person looking for long-term business and relationships). Never buy anything out of fear. Only out of Wisdom.
Business (which includes investing) is about managing risk. Identifying risk, understanding risk, minimising risk. You can never eliminate risk.

Nathan

31/1/2014 11:50:49

Note speakers run off at multi-presenter seminars to not disturb the schedule nor detract from the next speaker.
Daniel Kertcher spoke for ages after his seminar for Stuart Zadel.
Scare Sales techniques must always be outweighed by positive sales techniques (if you are a proper trained sales person looking for long-term business and relationships). Never buy anything out of fear. Only out of Wisdom.
Business (which includes investing) is about managing risk. Identifying risk, understanding risk, minimising risk. You can never eliminate risk.

Nathan

31/1/2014 11:51:07

Nathan

31/1/2014 11:52:29

Sorry about the repeat.....error when submitting!

Max

10/2/2014 10:24:15

Yeah there was all the classic sales techniques as mentioned above I felt a bit that way and my wife had a bit of buyers remorse after we were one of several people signing up for the assets protection package of Dominique Grubisa. Sure I would of felt more comfortable being able to think it over more and learn more but at the end of the day we saw value in it and had been considering about the topic (asset protection) for some time, we "forgave" the "hard sell" tactics (that in my opinion cheapen the feel of it somewhat) because we saw it as basically good value and a fit for us. It was presented clearly and we feel we understand what we were buying. Maybe I am just justifying it because we forked out for it but I guess the proof will be in the pudding. So far, 48 hours later we are very pleased with our decision to "go for it", we bought then and there because a discount was offered (classic and time honoured technique). There was definite encouragement to buy recklessly and it seems Zadel offers no returns policy beyond statutory consumer protection which I believe includes cooling off period. Personally I think if there was a stated no questions 2 weeks money back offer or something similar before we received any proprietary info, for me it would seem like a better product and would sell better, diffusing a lot of sceptics BS radars, but Zadel l system might come from selling personal training, hopefully it will evolve to include such. I will post back unbiased (as best I can) feedback if the package is far below or above what I expect of it.

This was after a full day free event with Dominique Grubisa presented by Zadel. Overall it was very informative, interesting and entertaining. I would recommend it, just be aware that your "buy" buttons may be skillfully pushed. Personally I respected the level of sales technique, I kind of was ticking off all the textbook things and enjoyed spotting them. I joked about "when do the free steak knives come". But then I am in sales and am naturally fascinated by that stuff.

Novi

3/8/2016 23:42:08

Thanks for your quick reply and info, Max.

I am more inclined towards the Asset Protection i.e. setting up her Vestey Trust system but I need to know if we will get all the benefits that she advertised. Did you end up getting a Tailored financial plan, a Trust set up for your family, Accounting advice etc etc?

Overall were you happy with their service ? It was a bit weird for me because after a LiVE webinar last night where people were encouraged to buy her package, the links they provided were not working, phones were also unattended. Hence I couldn't ask any questions directly.

pls feel free to email me at deskorpio@yahoo.com, if you prefer so.

Thanks again!

Tyrell

2/11/2016 03:32:13

Hi Max,

It has been over 2 years since you purchased Dominique Grubsia's asset protection package, I was curious to find out what your experience has been like? Has it been a success or do you have any regrets?

Thanks

jake

10/4/2017 04:03:34

Max im also interested to hear how ur asset protection went with Dominique??

Kate

13/2/2014 08:11:58

Max, did you attend the full day session with Dominique Grubisa in Brisbane, on 11th Feb? I was there too. I nearly signed up for the Real Estate Rescue course, but felt I needed time to consider. Sent an email via Grubisa's website, with some questions I needed clarifying, but no response as yet, but early days. Max, I would be very interested to hear your experience of dealing with Grubisa's organisation, thank you so much.
Also, anyone out there who has done Dominique Grubisa's Real Estate Rescue course? I have found no feedback at all on line, specifically about that course. I would be SO INTERESTED to hear from anyone who has done it, and whether it has been a success for them. There is absolutely nothing more valuable than a personal testimonial from someone who has no axe to grind.
Thank you so much! :-)
Kate

Matt

13/2/2014 20:45:41

This has been an interesting thread to read, as I am going to a one day Dominique Grubisia event tomorrow! I have been to a few TGR weekends before and even used some services that were presented, as well as a few from Knowledge Source as well so I know I am going to expect the "sales pitch" at the end. I even said to one of my mates last night that "the real course will be about 5 or 6 grand"...
My only gripe about this whole thing is that they make such subtle hints such as "In the next few minutes I'm going to reveal to you how to get started" when we all know full well that you will most certainly NOT be told anything about how to start until you fork out your hard-earned. But I digress.... I'm not a total cynic and if I think the course is worth doing I'll consider it, but I have a rule not to buy on impulse on the day but rather to sleep on it, even if it means not getting the special price on the day.
Anyway, I will try to post after the event tomorrow and tell you all what I think...

Matt.

Walter

13/2/2014 20:53:37

Hi Kate,
Yes its hard to get solid info on Dominique Grubisa. Her videos are sales teasers with less than 1000 view. Hardly no reaction, but comments are enabled. Jenman did not cover her.
Chttp://somersoft.com/forums/showthread.php?t=89597 has some value (skeptic as hardsell usually = overpriced) and aca seems to have covered her in 2009 at http://aca.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=1066132 but the freebies website looks very suspicious. Sorry I could not help. The only option you have is listening to the testimonies that Zadel has put online. There are always a few who hit the Jackpot. I have not checked if anybody resells her course on ebay.

Matt

14/2/2014 19:41:17

Well I went to the full day presentation by Dominique and on the whole it was definitely worth checking out. I was again reminded of Stuart Zadel's charismatic approach to his presentations (which I don't mind at all) and I think his heart is definitely in the right place with his philosophy and what motivates him.
I learned a lot about the concept of buying distressed properties, and I was pleasantly surprised to learn that these deals can be win/win for the seller and the deal maker.
The section on asset protection really opened my eyes to some risks I never considered before and her solutions are very interesting and well worth exploring.
I didn't sign up to her course on the day because I wasn't sure I could clear my schedule for when it was run (plus I don't really like signing up to these on impulse), but I am keeping my eye on when she's running it again.

Matt.

Alan

26/2/2014 08:57:08

I notice the comments made about Dominique Grubisa. Be very careful. Her parents were NSW solicitors who were struck off for various offenses relating to the misappropriation of client funds. According to court transcripts some of the money went into a bank account controlled by Dominique and her father later lied about this. Her father spent about 9 months in prison for it. Just do a google search on Christopher Fitzsimons and Maria Fitzsimons. One article can be found here: http://www.smh.com.au/news/national/lawyer-bet-14m-in-five-years/2008/06/30/1214677946027.html

Walter

27/2/2014 22:11:17

Alan, how did you make the connection to Dominique ?

Walter

26/2/2014 17:37:47

Hi Alan,
Really appreciate your comments and providing a link. It makes me wonder now if the creative legal paperwork she offers indeed provides full security and peace of mind. I doubt it will be known until it is contested in court. I am sure however that the are no monopolies and on stage marketing is designed to make belief and appeals to the emotional brain. The methods are designed to short circuit reason and bypass scrutiny so that we rush in and buy at premium pricing.
http://www.smh.com.au/news/national/lawyer-bet-14m-in-five-years/2008/06/30/1214677946027.html

Max

26/2/2014 21:19:26

Thanks, the article refers to a Mr Fitzsimmons and his daughter Louisa Roberts. Mr F had a chronic gambling addiction with predictable results. I can not see reference to Dominic Grubisa in the story, can you evidence that they are the same person? If it is I can see it as a good inspiration to become a crusader for debt reduction systems. Search Dominic Grubisa on you tube.

Walter

27/2/2014 22:09:55

Hello Max,
I am sorry I could not find a connection. So apologies for picking up poorly researched posts. This is for Alan to explain. I followed your advise and there is no negative feedback on youtube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=InkrZmzlTHA

Max

28/2/2014 17:22:43

We received a package from her business (we have bought the asset protection product) the other week which was two draft publications, the main one being a hefty document "Your essential DIY legal survival guide" which covers both the ins and outs of the asset protection system in pretty straightforward language, as well as a more detailed explanation of buying distressed assets (which the other product is built around) and background information. Its a good read following on from hearing DG speak and I am still working my way through it.

It seems pretty straightforward stuff, everything is well explained and I dont find any smoke and mirrors yet.

If I was to summarise it I would say you are making it very hard (too hard) for someone to pursue your assets. Perhaps they could succeed if they had the resources and the motivation but if you had the level of assets that would give them the motivation (so if you were very wealthy), you should consider investing a lot more than $6k in protecting them.

We still have steps to go through. I am wondering if the shabby treatment that people have reported is the result of it being a fairly new start-up business that is still getting its admin systems smoothed out. I can see that would be a reason to make use of a franchisor like Zadel who can fill a room with prospects and give all sorts of support to keep the wheels moving.

We are going to another Zadel event tomorrow. The Forex shares one. We are pretty conservative and have never traded shares. But have recently become interested in global economics and the concept of the GFC hangover not having hit yet. So we are hoping to hear a few things on that level, the way banks act and why etc.

Novi

3/8/2016 06:12:15

Hello Max,
May I ask how the Grubisa Asst Protection package work out for you? Will you reccomend it?

Cheers

Max

3/8/2016 18:06:29

Hi Novi, we have not acted upon it at all yet. In that sense we haven't got any value from it and probably should not have bought it at that time. My wife regrets buying it but I have a long term view that we will make good use of it. We think it might be more suited if you have more than one property (we don't, we were looking at investment property then a baby came along so it all changed) or any business etc. That might not be the case (anything can happen right?) but we just haven't got around to acting on the advice yet so it's hard to give more opinion. It's on my long 'to do' list. A will was part of the package (quite important) but we have that free already from our teachers union deal. Basically I think it is solid stuff if you would use it. Come to think of it, being on one income now puts us at more financial risk so I should move it up my to do list.

Hope that helps a bit Novi.

Fabiana

16/5/2019 16:16:31

Hi Max,
I also bought the asset protection package back in 2014. I didn't execute it as I was advised that by doing it will attract GST on all properties.
Can I ask you if you finally executed her vesty trust? I would like to know.
Thanks

Alan

1/3/2014 16:57:40

OK so you are having problems finding the connection to Dominique. I believe Louise is Dominique's sister. They are not the same person.

If you go to this site http://www.austlii.edu.au/ you will find a search box at the top. Type in "Dominique Grubisa" and it will bring up the court transcripts of the hearing involving her father where Dominique's name is mentioned. If you just type in the name 'Grubisa' on it's own, it will return even more results of her parents court cases as in other cases she is only mentioned by initial and surname.

Happy reading as there is plenty of it, but this is where I made the connection. The news articles are just a shortened version of the court transcripts I have now referred you to.

Alan

1/3/2014 16:58:54

Alan

1/3/2014 16:59:05

Alan

2/3/2014 10:03:08

See I wasn't just making it up!

Max

2/3/2014 11:50:10

Thanks guys I take your word for it, is there anything there on DG herself? Besides her fathers shenanigans (chronic gambler). She is a barrister so I imagine her name might come up a lot on transcripts and during her preso she details an all out legal battle she got into and lost that was the inspiration for her asset protection venture.

Keen to hear the gist of what you found.

Dominique Grubisa

16/3/2014 13:10:11

I have been reading a number of comments with interest concerning myself, my business and my family and would like to clarify a number of matters.

I understand some of the concerns that have been raised, but also note that there are some comments which are not accurate and I am taking this opportunity to set the record straight.

Yes my father was struck off as a solicitor. I have a current practicing certificate as a Barrister in Queensland and have experience across a lot of disciplines including banking and finance, equity and commercial, personal injury and family law.

My father had a mental illness and committed a crime for which he has been punished. I do not condone what he did in any way and it has cost my family both emotionally and financially.

I have been involved in property for 25 years as an investor, developer and more recently a promoter of processes which minimise the risk in property investment and maximize returns. My husband and I hold an eight-figure property portfolio and have personally turned over more than 30 properties in our lifetime.

I practice what I teach.

Having suffered financially to support my family, managing risk and maximizing returns is something which is very close to my heart.

I teach others the knowledge I have acquired over many years as I believe people can benefit from my learnings. I don’t charge for my speaking but there is a charge if people decide to pursue what I have to offer further.

The products offered include/come with follow through assistance and back up, and yes, for this a price is charged like any other business. There are many clients who, through the application of the methodologies I impart, have taken their property investing strategies to the next level and/or who can sleep well at night knowing their affairs are in order.

For those people who say they did not hear back from my office or that our service is poor, I am concerned as I pride myself on customer service and satisfaction.

I would love to hear directly from anyone who feels they did not receive value or service from me (especially as part of my asset protection package as that is good for life and I hope to build goodwill and an ongoing relationship with clients).

If you contact the office on (02) 9986 2228, I would like to address your concerns personally.

Dominique

Robyn

23/3/2014 08:29:31

Thank you Dominique. As someone currently working a strategy taught by your good self, i am delighted to say that i have just helped a homeowner out of losing their home and i have earned an income along the way. It most certainly is win/win. I couldn't be more enthused, delighted and excited to continue my association with both yourself and the Real Estate Rescue team and Stuart Zadel at Zadel Property Education. To all of our continued successes.

Veronica

18/3/2015 11:41:46

Hi Dominique I contacted your office but the receptionist said the office was "under-staffed" & you were "overseas" & "there is no-one you [I] can speak to". I think I'd like a refund. I am buying a property at auction this Sat. Veronica

Walter

18/3/2015 12:25:02

Hi Veronica,
Thanks for posting here. I am just a blogger. Please contact Dominique directly. Refunds depend on whom you bought from. Check conditions.
Cheers Walter

Max

16/3/2014 19:29:40

Thanks Dominique, good on you.

Karen

22/6/2015 22:48:38

Thank you to everyone here who has left comments about Stuart and Dominique's courses. The Stuart Zadel 'Ultimate Property Conference' is on in Sydney this coming weekend. I was planning on attending. As it is a two hour drive from home I would be booking a motel for the two day event. Despite searching on-line at property forums and review sites I have been unable to come up with more than one or two positive comments about the courses or seminars. I have however found post after post, in various forums and sites, from people who have been disappointed. Buyer beware they say and this is ringing alarm bells for me. Thanks to everyone who has posted as it has helped me to make a decision.

Jackie

29/6/2015 11:37:38

Hi Everyone..I have attended Stuarts 2 day seminar and have attended others in the past. I have also purchased Dominiques wealth package to protect my assets as I have looked over several blogs and not found anyone who says her strategy doesn't work.

Here's the bottom line....if these seminars motivate you, just a little bit to do something and you utilise any of the information provided, any costs are reimbursed ten fold. The information provided and the strategies for wealth building provide some great information - particularly for novices or those who have a "complacency gene"

Mark link

2/9/2015 22:40:52

I agree with Jackie. I have been to Stuart's seminar and know A LOT of people who are successful with his strategies because they take action. If you do what he says you will see good results and make back your investment.

Sam

27/11/2015 01:15:34

So, I ordered one of Stuart Zadell's books after attending a two hour seminar, and had it sent to my current residence right?
I get a phone call from an unlisted number (Zadell Property) stating I didn't list my unit number...
"Shows units on google earth..." I know you you can use google earth with a plugin to obtain the property reference number, this allows them to perform a title search to check for claims against your property,

All they need to do is lodge a caveat and your property is tied up until you meet their demands, legally, there's not a damn thing you can do about it

David

25/3/2016 05:41:16

Hi guy, I've signed up for the 2016 real estate rescue course in May. I've forked out $5,500 for it and would appreciate if anyone who has completed the three day course could provide their review/feedback?

Walter

25/3/2016 15:02:57

I haven't engaged in the discussion recently to stay clear of defamation notices. In general caution is required. I would suggest that joining a property investors club may help with getting answers or talking to other attendees off stage. And a course with a 30 days money back guarantee would be my preference.

Alan

13/12/2016 15:13:17

I agree that one has to be very careful about taking too much from the great success stories you see on these forums. I know from experience that more often than not these comments are often posted by the spruikers themselves, or their minions.

I'd also be very careful of the so called ' Property Investment Clubs.' One of the most well known Property Clubs in Australia has an appalling history when it comes to sending their members broke and then threatening them with defamation when they speak out about their experiences.

The golden rule is to find out how these spruikers are really getting paid. That's not necessarily how they claim to be paid. If they say their services are free, but they also receive sales commissions on the properties they recommend and sell, one has to ask whose interests they are really working in. More often than not it is their own. The buyer who has been led to think they are getting something for free always ends up the loser in the end.

Mark link

25/3/2016 17:31:51

I know for a fact the information Dominique teaches works. I have friends who are full time real estate investors using her strategies. It's a very powerful strategy but you need to put in the work and never give up.

I wouldn't trust any of the comments above from people who haven't done her course.

Liz

18/9/2016 19:15:41

What was your outcome?

Bobby

18/3/2017 07:27:02

Hi David can you share your journey with Dominique pls? I have attended the seminar but not sure if it is true or just a scam. Looking forward to hear from you,

Jan

23/3/2017 22:09:21

Hi I would be interested in any comments either of the Dominique G packs. Asset protection or real estate rescue. The Asset protection sounds good in theory however I'm not sure why the banks lawyers have not reacted to this Vestey trust arrangement. Any feedback as to if this is worth the time and money to invest in ?

Kel

17/9/2016 20:39:39

Hi,
Just wondering if anyone has purchased Brett McFall's course on ebooks and how they have found it ?
Cheers

Chris

30/1/2017 00:00:13

I agree with Mark. I met a lot of successful students who made a lot of money from his strategies. I found a Stuart Zadel review http://www.bestpropertydevelopmentcourses.com.au/investing-experts/stuart-zadel-review/ and decided to go along to his course. It was worth the time.

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17/7/2017 22:51:26

It was wondering if I could use this write-up on my other website, I will link it back to your website though.Great Thanks.

Wal

19/7/2017 16:14:26

Please use contact box and provide details

David link

3/9/2017 05:34:34

I was there when my partner introduced herself to Stuart Zadell. He was a rude prick. I couldn't believe how caught up in his own self importance he was.

Andrew Drysdale

26/10/2018 02:30:28

Hi, I'm currently in the middle of a nightmare situation caused by the failure of the Dominique Grubisa (DG Institute) Real Estate Rescue take over product - specifically the supposedly irrevocable power of attorney. As graduates of the RER program we had Dominique's law firm prepare all of the documents for a takeover deal (her flagship distressed property method), only to find out that the irrevocable POA was revocable the very first time it was challenged on our project. We've since discovered there's no case law precedent to prove the DGI POA is irrevocable (despite the assurances by Dominique we have audio recording of). The governments of all 5 mainland states (QLD, NSW, Vic, SA, WA) have all said the DGI POA is revocable and that anyone using it needs to be prepared to lawyer up and go to court (despite the assurances by Dominique that this isn't the case). In blowing the whistle we have been defamed 3 times now by Dominique - despite presenting the evidence that proves what she's saying are lies. We also have in writing from Dominique that because, in her opinion, the government is wrong then the losses suffered fall at our feet. That's like buying a car from a manufacturer who then says, 'the airbag in the car I'm selling should work in theory - but if it doesn't the loss of life, injury or cost to you as the consumer is your problem and not mine'. Honestly, who would buy a car from that manufacturer. Dominique Grubisa is now under investigation by the NSW Law Society and the NSW Office of the Legal Services Commissioner for professional misconduct.

Henry

9/3/2020 01:01:25

They rely on people (who don't recognise victim behaviour in themselves) buying the courses. They don't mention anything about stamp duty on selling investment properties, builders costs for structural renovations, the fact that you have to knock on some poor buggers door to by there distressed door.
Stuart is a smart operator, buyer beware.

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