The difference between 2005 and now, is that back in 2005 deals were bought at a massive negative amortization, as you stated and they were purchased solely as a gamble for appreciation.

Appreciate is a gamble.

It is more how I would suggest you invest based on what you said about risk earlier.I get bored easy and like to gamble. 

Roofstock is really interesting and I love the concept, the only problem I have with their site is much of their stock seems like it can be a gamble.

You will be relieved once you add this.As far as fresh water, or hot water plumbing other than leaving faucets on low drip in really cold weather it's a gamble.. 

Not receiving any feedback is more devastating to us than hearing positive or negative words.Take Away: Be selective when you battle and if you do, win.Always give 100% otherwise, you’ll get hurt – This is another broad lesson which applies to personal and business.Personal Example: When I was growing up my siblings, friends, and I would always play sports.

Plus investing so much and not knowing the result, for me that's gambling your hard earned money.

One of my favorite sports cars of all time.

There goes his dream red sport car in his former bedroom, if the cause of the fire is intentional..

Every type of medicine is practiced here.2 major airlines (United ans Southwest) with 2 international airports with HUB of operations hereEvery major pro sports team except hockeyNASAHewlett Packard computers based hereOIL AND GASAgriculture and farmingFrom these facts that I know to be true, shows me that Houston has some great diversification financially It is the 4 largest city in the US and the best ratio of income to housing price in the country.Because of oil and medical it is the largest ex-pat base of people that rent higher end homes compared to any other city in the US.