Why not move to B'ham or somewhere with more stable work and a more grown up atmosphere?  

Our properties will balance safety, cutting edge features, and a positive atmosphere for all tenants.

I've begun to refer to myself as an investor as well because I believe that what you put into the atmosphere is what will come to you, and that you should always introduce yourself the way you want to be seen. 

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In APRIL, SUDDENDLY, the atmosphere changed. 

It will also help build up the atmosphere of the property being very desirable.

Its going to be very hard for investors to compete and provide the atmosphere that is currently being built on the Marist grounds.  

My next job was as an operations manager here in Houston before returning to real estate full time just this month.While I enjoyed flying, and the atmosphere and steady paycheck of construction, as well as the ability to be part of a project and see it grow from a thought or plan to an actual building, I just keep returning to real estate because of the people, freedom, and opportunities. 

I hadn't visited the area since I graduated in 2011, didn't realize the atmosphere had changed as much as you described.

The positive atmosphere really helps!