Pair that with a RMS and you are good to go.

Since Oakland is so tenant friendly and we could be paired with our tenants for a long time, we want to (try to) get it right the first time!

I own two pair of jeans which I have aptly named "work" and "play".

The downside would be availability to get it or if there are any other problems getting it As well as you cannot own the post meters they must be leased as postage is legally considered a form of currency So there will be monthly recurring expense.( I’m definitely not opposed to the recurring expense if it makes sense )

Pair that with Florida usually being in a low season in the summer depending on the market.

So people say lead Sherpa but what are you pairing it with?

Obviously, the rate 14 years ago was different than it is today to the currency that's used back home. 

Thus, I prefer my investments of: - Stocks (Primarily available after-tax - i.e. outside of, not exclusively in 401ks and retirment vehicles)- Real Estate- Private businesses- Cash and equivalentsAs I generate more and more wealth, I should be able to then have options like: - Picking a great school district or sending children to private school- Investing in a full-time nanny or Au Pair- Sending them to the college of their choice- Traveling to foreign countries and providing a unique experience- Etc.

The key to these deals is finding out what the seller wants out of it, and pairing your needs for a win-win.  

Its a 2bd/2ba house paired with a duplex right down the road.