It is very important to have an over all understanding of the entire industry, but critical to specialize in segments of the business to enhance your success.People prefer to do business with those they feel are trustworthy.

I learned the basics of drywall hanging and finishing, framing in rooms, prepping for and laying ceramic tile, texturing ceilings, got better at painting, learned a little about plumbing, and learned the basics of electrical (installed all my own lighting and installed a breaker into the breaker box).

I'm hoping to both do a community service and make a bit of income by facilitating more insulation and other energy enhancements during home flips.

Should you choose to paint the brick, I think you may need to add a feature such as a mantle to compensate for the loss of texture/character.

The real estate business can offer you the ability to be a contributor to society and enhance individual lives.Without having sat through the conversation you had with your father-in-law, it is impossible to fully understand what was said, intended, or implied.Your father-in-law may have been correct when suggesting you may go bankrupt or put your family in a challenging financial situation.

That said, a balloon in the intermediate range of 5 to 7 years would enhance the value of the note.

It has the look, feel, and often, texture of real wood, but doesn't get the dents, scratches, etc that come with real hardwood.

It really enhances the networking and interaction experience.

I would definitely recommend you stay active on the forums and site (you will be surprised at how much and how quickly you can learn about REI) and please consider adding a profile picture, it really enhances the community interaction.

The decision whether or not to pay off your mortgage is a personal one, but generally leverage is a tool uniquely powerful in real estate to enhance returns.