It was not our primary revenue stream but we owned/controlled the adjacent scrap (empty) land and it was a very small (and inexpensive) lot but convenient for 'customers'... but I'd do it again in a heartbeat if I had a similar opportunity.

Hey BP,My goal is to hear some advice and/or pointers on what has worked for people with experience in what their advice is.Background:I'm a Carpenter in Northern California working for a General Contractor totaling 40Hrs-60hrs a week My current work is mainly Tenant Improvements/Remodels, In the past I've done custom homes as well.I'm sole provider at the moment for my family and am saving what I can though it probably wont be significant for InvestingIssues (oppurtunities):Dont have much capital 5000-10,000 - Saving about 500 a month Dont have GC license yet - Will have GC license in November 2017Will have Construction Project Management Cert early 2018 (March)I'm looking to be proactive and find an oppurtunity to enter real estate investing with a sustainable stratgegy.Current thoughts:- I can work full time and get jobs on the side to add to capital power - wholesale remotly, with savings?

It is a deplorable side effect derived from equating tenants to a customer....the  "customer is always right" "place your customers interests first"  etc. mentality.We need to get back on top and as with everything else regarding investing leverage is the key. 

To me they are my customers and deserve my respect and attention That is until they stop paying.  

The common saying you get what you pay for definitely justifies higher rent as my focus is to differentiate the properties with quality and customer service. 

IE, that the bill payment company really exists, then contact them with the number I find, not the one she gives me, find out if she's a customer, see the police reports on the identity theft, etc. 

Wealth is the by product of someone who creates value for others and businesses that are long lasting, create incredible value for customers.

Customer service (can you reach a person, how quickly?)

I imagine it is the coverage many customers require before work, so probably liability, but I don't know.  

@Miguel Jauregui I am working with some database experts to build something custom.