The colorlooks pretty standard, go to the paint store, and look at the stains, they usually have a wood chip with color on them. 

The guy at the Ford Store and the BMW Lot have different products, how could it be otherwise?

I work at a steel mill and a beverage store.

@Dan Heuschele I think we are on the same page that even the rough parts of San Diego are mild compared to some of the larger cities, I just don't want people thinking Logan Heights is anything like some of those areas you mentioned.I feel pretty optimistic about the potential in the area, you should check out the San Diego City revitalization plan for Southeast San Diego if you want to see what might be in store for some of these areas. 

I used a specific, one page lease for the garage which specifies limitations on what can be stored there and the overall use (i.e., no storing hazardous materials, no running a business out of the garage etc.).

Just make sure you buy extra and store it because manufacturers discontinue colors and patters frequently to force people to replace the whole floor.

Or if he is married, something his wife might like, i.e. a gift card to a nice department store or home store in the area.

Does anyone use https://www.happyinvestor.com/ I came across this web site that claims posting good deal below market, below tax appraised value, investor deal etc.

I own 4 stores and I’m building a 5th 

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