I don't pay for tools, supplies (of the trade), food or drinks... 

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Just like your favorite NFL player doesn't.

My favorite strategy.

Imagine this: dirt roads with massive potholes, jungle on one side and im paying almost $100/night and barely any hot water, the water in general is dangerous.. but foreigner yuppies like me everywhere walking on the road.. breakfast place La Paleta or sthing is full of ppl and theres dogs trying to chip away at your food, other side of the road major contruction happening 2 large condotels/apartments are being built.

I should preface my response with saying that I have never done this but can offer my opinion as food for thought at leastMy question is: What makes a "good" deal and/or how do I know when I've come across a "good" deal?

I live within walking distance to coffee shops, gas stations, and fast food restaurants.

My question is, if I can read most of the information given at sessions, and network with people in my region, or social media, what is the benefit of taking 3-4 days off work and spending a couple grand (entrance, flight, food, lodging)? 

There is a big difference.Social Services to me means section 8 housing vouchers, food stamp existant, and other welfare benefits.Social Security (whether you agree with the program or not) is based on repayment of money you earned while working and supposedly placed into a trust for retirement.

I am military and one of my favorite methods is targeting fellow military members and buying the homes subject to the existing loan since many members move every 2-3 years and often don't have sufficient equity built up to really make selling the traditional way and paying agent fees worth it especially if they bought using a 0 down VA loan which is very common.