It's always a big purchase for a homeowner, but I wonder if time and culture will change the preferences of the general public. 

Even without this cultural component, many intelligent and head strong off spring do take that baton and turn it into something incredible.

I had the opportunity to buy in Celebration for under $50k. 

Tech jobs can be found all over the country, and perhaps taking a pay cut isn't such a bad idea if I can trade that for better culture, lower crime rates, better real estate opportunities, etc.Meeting up with a different friend involved in real estate to give me a different perspective, but so far I'm definitely holding to my guns. 

Originally posted by @Mike Dymski:If you have 27 years of deferred taxes, paying recapture is a cause for celebration (as are any capital gains). 

@Nick Hulme: There are many coaching programs out there - each one has a slightly different edge/focus and culture.

Now that we have all these ladies here with different backgrounds, ethnicities, and cultures together, what's next? 

We joined a group before we found the mentor we're with now- paid a large sum of money, and didn't get what we were promised so make sure that you really know the character and culture of the mentor/group you're joining.  

You're brand new (looks like this is your first post) so while I welcome you to BP, I heartilly recommend you familiarize yourself with the forum culture and rules.The truth is Michael Quarles has contributed his weights worth in solid gold to this community.

We have a new video-based wholesaling course - if you PM me with your email address I'll send it to you as a free gift to celebrate your start in real estate investing (and the BP community!).