Sets the right expectations/mindset needed going forward - basically, there is nothing easy, no shortcuts and a strategic plan is essential to your success.I read the book after reading a lot of blogs, BP and a couple of other books (Millionaire Real Estate Investor) so I didn't find it particularly useful.

6:30am to 10am Woke up (finally after literally 4 years of wanting to wake up early to get my day started, I actually am) Began to strategize on days activitiesChatted with my new Full Time Social Media/SEO/Web Designer in the Phillipines10am to 6:30pm Time with Family.

Do you think it can be a strategically good idea?

Your older dishwasher may have had a different pump set up or the previous installer may have had strategically placed insulation and nobody paid any attention to it when it was removed to install the new machine.

If the answer to that question is "nothing" or isn't something significant, I'd suggest that each of you invest in your own (smaller) properties individually and work together to provide moral support for one another and strategic brainstorming sessions.

After we close, it is still expected that I will do most of the manage-the-manager, strategic decisions, and maybe even preparing the tax returns.

A good CPA is a strategic partner who can help you do things correctly (to avoid penalties, surprises, and even jail) and maximize your cash flow in ways you may not be aware of.Yes, you'll likely need to pay taxes in Ohio.

On our high end homes we get a pro designer, but don't solicit feedback nearly as strategically.

James wrote:I invest in strategic RELATIONSHIPS!

( I have a strategic alliance with a local community bank for my primary business )What sort of properties should I look at?