Stop hanging out with your deadbeat buddies who spend all day drinking, talking sports, and otherwise wasting away.

That said, I can handle it when necessary and have successfully built multiple self-started businesses and ventures in real estate investing (REI).

I did not put any of his info into practice and stopped listening to the podcasts after a while because lease options didn't really appeal to me, but he seemed like a decent guy and the podcast had a lot of value at no cost. 

Don't stop at 1 book.  

We were forced to call police & provide them with a 'Cease & Desist' in an effort to stop the harassment.Our attorney has advised that we do not engage with them in any manner.

In reality, there's so much more involved that many owners don't stop to think about:1) Is the contractor properly licensed AND insured?

Then, she stopped responding altogether.

I think it will cost more to heat with electric, which will drive down his rent rates and hurt his bottom line.Perhaps, but right now he's paying for the utility; which should stop. 

For example, the buyer, if they find problems with the property or stop making payments, can blow up the seller's credit.

Remember, the learning never stops!