We interrupt our regular programming to take a short tour of my new condo in Cleveland, OH. Who said that there were no awesome shores in Ohio? (Forgive the bad haircut – I cut it yesterday, and it’s not my best work.)
The story of my decision to move back to my roots is below the video.
For the last four years, I’ve lived in Marion, IN – three of them to go to college, and the fourth to hang out and be young. When my friends graduated and moved on with life, it was time to make the decision about where to spend the next few years.
As an indecisive person by nature, I considered San Diego, Austin TX, New York, The Cayman Islands, Indianapolis, Fort Myers, FL, and on and on and on. Then in February, I started hitting a personal wall. Being away from my roots started becoming very draining – being away from people that you love is only fun for so long. It was a hard lesson to learn, and it’s clear that family only becomes more important as you get older.
Ultimately, I made the decision to get a condo back near my roots in Cleveland, OH. Needing something entertaining outside, I chose to live on the lake near downtown. The result was a spectacular view, unbelievable breezes, the ability to work on the roof and get lots of sun, and close proximity to the Cleveland Indians. My family happens to be nearby, as well.
It’s just been a few weeks, but it’s already been incredibly rewarding – one of my best friends decided to move in, and I don’t have to say, “I’ll see you in a few months,” to my family anymore.
I’m regularly asked why I don’t splurge and move someplace fancy… it’s just not in my nature. Maybe I don’t need those things. When I earn my money, I want to keep it. Sure, a place in San Diego would be awesome, but I can hop on a plane any time and go there – and I frequently do. So for the next few years, while I continue to travel the world and soak up all that it has to offer, I’ve chosen to set up my pad around people that I love.
Ryan –
I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again…
I am SO proud of you! Not just because of your financial success, but mainly for the way you still continue to live your life.
I have no doubt your family is happy to have you close again…and it sounds as if it makes YOU happy, too!
The new place looks great – LOVE the view.
But why ya gotta skip past the kitchen? Some of us might want to see it!
All the best!
Jennifer
~PotPieGirl
Congrats Ryan. i will be waving to you from the Canadian side of Lake Erie. Just bought that software you recommended. Using it like crazy right now and going to watch the results over the next few months.
Enjoy the view and your new office!!
That’s awesome Ryan ! We should totally switch houses.
Wow, I really would love to have that view. Don’t really have anything like that in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Nice place overall. I set up an office in my basement, it is ok but I would like to have a room upstairs just for one like you have oh well. Enjoy your place and have a nice day.
Jamie
That is so awesome Ryan! As a fellow Ohioan, never thought a place like that existed here. And the part about shutting the door to leave work…Great Advice! Like Jennifer, I too would like to have scene the kitchen-it is one place in a home that people enjoy to gather.
John.
Sweet pad and nice views. Having a separate office to work in will really help as well.
Keep up the good work bro.
Congrats Ryan,
At 37 years old you are still my idol! lol
When I grow up, I wanna be like you! Very inspiring 
How bout them Indians buddy! Just raggin’ ya!
Congrats on the new flat…I am sure you will never forget the dorm room years, but you will soon be glad that you are living comfortably in your new digs.
You deserve all the success you have achieved and then some.
Cheers,
Kyle
Wealthy Affiliate
Love the Ron Paul poster! Are you a member of C4L? Keep doing what you do man.
Luke
Hi Ryan,
Your new condo is great. What magnificent views; you can’t put a dollar amount on that. You are doing so great and we always appreciate the informative emails you send. People really believe in you. Keep up the good work.
Take care and God bless
Way to go Ryan!!
I absolutely love your new place, i so focused on MY success that i see myself living on a place like yours!!
youre truly and inspiration for all of us internet marketers
keep it up and God bless
Cheers!
Hey Ryan, that’s on Lake Avenue right? (Lakewood?) I’m in the Winton Place right down the road…small world!