Not trying to run a commercial for lawyers here, but bringing the need of counsel to an appropriate economic consideration in doing business.What other aspects of legal counsel apply to RE, how do you minimize legal costs or view them over the long haul?

What you want to avoid are depressed markets, and those that lack good economic fundamentals.

From an economic standpoint, that is generally the best option for the most coverage at the best price.

I'm looking to perform a economic/demographic analysis as part of the report and am looking for help acquiring data.

I have always been interested in real estate, but was discouraged during the economic downturn and lack of education about real estate investing.I want to begin with earned income methods to pay off some debt, then use the money from earned income methods to fund passive income methods.I look forward to networking and learning from all of you!!

Congrats on having the equity that you do.Let me try to explain my position: Because of the economic climate in my (and other) areas I can likely get $1695 out of a home in an 'B+' neighborhood for $150K ($300/mo net income if fully rented).

Also is there a certain phone service company that offers a good economical service for small business companies?

We have a strong military community, always growing medical training facilities, a tremendously strong tourist and convention sector and the Eagle Ford Shale project created 116,000 high paying mid skilled jobs in 2013 and a 61 billion economic impact on the region.

Ken stressed the importance of macro economic indicators by which he chooses his next RE moves and areas to invest.

Joshua, Your post is making me nostalgic because I loved the simplicity and the economics of living in my 4-plex a few years back.