We all know that there are issues within the appraisal industry and many think that something is going to have to loosen up for the industry itself to figure out how to keep up with buyer demand.That is not just my feeling, that is shared by many professionals across all spectrum's of the real estate business and that sentiment is clearly supported by the articles and information anyone can find on the internet.

We have been offered the opportunity to purchase a large farm that was once in my family and has significant sentimental and historical value.  

O'Neil will be exonerated, we all get paid and they start their consulting business.I agree at this time that appears improbable, but until they are found to be guilty of fraud all else is speculation.In reference to GTE or Greg, the alleged past employee of Pinnacle I agree with the sentiment of some who are no longer allowed to post in this forum, which is basically from my perspective..."

But much of that sentiment involves turf wars as much as necessity.

I am going to answer this assuming you have some interest in real estate beyond the hope to make money really fast.By the way real estate is a great way to make a lot of money fast, not the $5K in 30 days crap, but you can potentially have a 6 figure income in just a few years if you are willing to learn a lot, build a super network and bust your a$$ for a few years.That being said in your situation I will agree with the general sentiment of getting your GED.

I agree the main argument seems to be the lack of affordable housing but there seems to be a rise of anti airbnb sentiment across the nation

I cannot predict the future but my sentiments do reflect those numbers based on what I hear on market conditions.

What you are contemplating is certainly a popular sentiment in that area Rick. 

Regarding your thoughts on casting the net wide and catching every fish possible, here's a link I just found that explains my sentiments on that:http://www.awebguy.com/2011/09/everybody-is-not-your-target-market/ I don't know that guy or that website.

I can understand the sentiment that buying a business achieves instant gratification, cuts corners, etc.