Unfortunately, typically a far greater number will have spent a small fortune - perhaps one they could not afford to squander - trying to buy the "hope" of the marketing pitch and end with nothing to show for it.IMHO, the best mentors are a seasoned, successful, local investor who is willing to pay-it-forward to the next generation.  

I’ve been fortunate to find older couples for the most part and the decor hast bothered them.  

If you already know the area well and plan to buy either sooner or later it might be a decent idea to take advantage of today's interest rates.I grew up in the area, and so fortunately, we know it very well.

Fortunately, we are continuous renovators, and we have several pieces of property that we have been able to purchase and rent with excellent returns.  

Fortunately the contract had been recorded so the heirs weren't able to get it thrown out.

I have been fortunate enough to travel all over the country to attend conference events people from BP have put on and I can tell you, every time it is a 12+ hour day of talking REI where I lose my voice and can’t wait to get up early the next day and do it all over again.

Now I'm ready to take action and start looking for my first deal.I was fortunate and disciplined enough to build up some decent savings to have as working capital to get started.

Unfortunately (or fortunately for casinos), psychologically most people process such gambling as, "Oh, I took a shot and lost $5.  

Though you were fortunate to find an even partner. 6.

Settle to avoid court costs (which will get you cleared but cost a fortune) or pay up.