Prior to that, I would have made about 60K a year cash flow and another 40K principal pay down.I could easily live off that if I relocate to a lower cost of living area like I plan to, because I live modestly, a used Toyota, no fancy stuff, cheap dinners out.But recently I started considering the tax free strategy of cash out refinancing periodically to live off that equity tax free.

You leave bigger tips, buy dinner for fiends, donate to charity or even start a charitable foundation to amplify your giving.

Second, we only ate dinner out once a week OR got take out.

I thanked him, paid 50% of the bill back to him (yes, checked the receipt) AND bought him and wife dinner at the local steak house, PLUS his perfect score reward. 

Even if you do create a setup where they have their area and you have yours, there is always a chance of a "wanderer" or a "habitual complainer" (you know, the type that will walk into your kitchen while you're eating dinner or who will knock on your bedroom door to complain about things that could wait).Don't let this be a negative line of thought, however.

And how about I add a "Thank You" steak dinner for 2, monthly thorough term of it?     

I personally invited him for dinner, consoled him when he was in trouble with his ex-girlfriend, made food for him, gave gift on holidays, answer whatever request immediately.

A vehicle that can then be cleaned up later and take you and your kids to dinner in safety and comfort.I love vans, but as a multi-purpose vehicle the van does not exceed the truck because of the drive train and the versatility of the open bed.

Here's a better way to celebrate your tenants:Think of a few improvements that you could do to the units: landscaping, painting, new foosball table, barbecue dinner, etc.

Got dinner with no wait.