So my questions is, what are your 3 favorite improvements that boost the value of your property?

It's a luck game in the end but I'd like to influence it as much as possible.

You have other people have had influence over your capital. 

But know your budget will be the biggest influence of all this... it's extremely hard to find deals w/ out putting money into them. 

I was listening to a youtube video regarding purchasing multi family homes and was introduced to another way that I can boost my qualifications for a loan.

Have you already contacted your entire sphere of influence to let them know what you're up to and if they know anyone looking to buy or sell?

This is reflected in Durham's strong employment market that continues to boost the central business district, and guarantees the city's success in the commercial real estate market for the decade ahead.

The obvious watch outs: don’t get emotional, don’t be influenced by the auctioneer or other bidders.

I believe the more I educate myself, network and rid myself of any negative influences,  my fears will subside.

I’ve already read Rich Dad, and I’m in the middle of Dale Carnegie’s “How to Win Friend and Influence People.”