A properly designed permanent life insurance policy is the underlying asset. 

This is a priority in my life...

We had a little money saved up, however I truly believe that if you want something bad enough you can will it into your life by taking massive action.

I also have a question regarding Christopher's situation.Using your real life example Christopher - If your SFH is worth $150K, if you were to cash out and refi.

I don't think you are looking for something else to keep you away from your family for an addition 40+ hours a week, I think you need to figure out what type of investing you are interested in that can help you create the life you want.My advise is to do research into what that is, and then learn the basics of that particular niche. 

NFPA 101 the Life Safety Code that applies here and it is very specific on means of egress (exits) and travel distances to those points of egress (exits).

Hi David,Ive lives in Kearney all my life and I would have to agree with Samantha on this one.

At this point I am just trying to get my head around the complicated concepts and like math, I learn the process by looking at real life examples.

Just 1-2 weeks at 70-80 hours is enough to stress family life, cause mental fatigue, etc.

Read the book "Set for Life" by Scott Trench - that is a good start.You are young - get more deals.