While I’m more financially stable, that hasn’t translated into feeling more secure—I simply take bigger risks now.That said, I’m incredibly proud of what I’ve accomplished.

They will also make a rock bottom swimming hole in the stream.  

Old skool K&T systems are simply not designed for the electrical loads that houses have today.

EDIT: Can't delete this post, so simply editing it.

While I have not done a deal with them, their agreement requires a close timing that simply will not work with conventional lenders (usually 7 days or so).  

You must get a permit, drill holes in the bottom, demo the bondbeam down a foot or so, and then fill with compaction inspections along the way..... last time I checked it was about $10,000

My expertise is deal analysis, buy and hole strategy (creative financing) and personal finance. 

We never hired a manager because it simply would have taken too much out of our profits.

However, I typically like to make a distinction between my parents assets and my own, simply because doing so provides me more satisfaction when I succeed.

I'm not a fan of flipping simply because I hate paying taxes when I don't have to.