The combination of rental income over the years and the appreciation on a 40K downpayment (over 500% return on cash) made it a standout investment for him.It's fantastic to see you've tapped into Peoria's growth as well.

Later, I received an email from VRBO stating that they could not lift the restrictions if we could not prove a disaster and that the cabins had actually flooded.These folks are out of control.

Further, these “asset protection” methods are under constant creditor attack through the courts, meaning they are probably of benefit only a short period of time, UNLESS, true CONTROL of the asset is given up.  

It's fantastic to hear about your journey from helping friends and family to taking the plunge yourself.

I join Bigger pocket a few months back when my wife and I decided to no longer allow the Salary bribe control our lives.  

I've been told both extremes by several different people, but that's crazy to hold the agent responsible when they're forcing this arbitrary rule just so they can go after agents and brokers for something they had zero control over.  

I swear I can't control it... there's this sarcastic voice inside me that just takes over.'

Houston is a fantastic market with plenty of opportunities.

Just take what they have taught you to date and put your own team together dont rely on these companies that say they will plug you into their network.. it does not work that way. there is only so many contractors and so many props and jobs to get done. you need full control of your OWN team. 

When I hung up my own jersey (though mine was more weekend warrior than college athlete), I found that real estate gave me that same drive and excitement.Lincoln's a fantastic market with plenty of opportunities if you know where to look.