Some properties attract more fun than others - your job is to figure out which is which, and stay away from those assets that are too much of an on-going party, unless you love to party, of course :)Perspective, not the numbers, wins the day in this sport!

Making money in real estate is a team sport and you must work with others.

My plan is to buy fuel efficient yet sporty Subaru BRZ sports coupe next week.

Originally posted by Charles Perkins:Please don't let fear stop you from being the next Donald Trump :)My only fear of that is having to sport the same hair-do!

Just like you make your banker's job easier by coming in with a neatly organized folder as opposed to 1,000 lose pages, and just like you make your CPA's job easier by not showing up with a shoe-box full of receipts, don't give your PM a $30,000 pig and expect them to work miracles - no miracles in this sport, right Chris?

Like land near sports arenas?

Since REI is a team sport, it is so critical that you surround yourself with the right group to accomplish your goals as efficiently as possible.

Having worked in the customer service department for both a large outdoor sporting goods retailer and the patient relations department of a major medical center and hospital, I've learned this....Good customer service requires listening to the customer, responding with kind understanding, finding out what they would like to have happen, and then negotiating for a solution.Once you take responsibility, apologize for the mishap and ask the tenant what they would like you to do.

I do miss the Mud Hens a bit, but must say I am enjoying the local Sydney sports! 

I've ramped up efforts to buy more lots, but it's blood sport to get the right dirt, at the right place, at the right price.