Continually look for ways to improve and track the results.

The nicer areas still make good investments, but perhaps more of a long term play.

If the buyer had for instance already done survey, phase one, appraisal,site inspection etc. they could be in for over 10k so the seller might be less likely to budge with credits.When it's just a 1,200  inspection on the commercial side the seller knows the buyer can walk away easier so they generally play ball with some concessions.When you go for a credit or price reduction you need to clearly state the reasons why and be able to back it up.

We're contemplating whether or not we should continue to use our mini electric  snowblower or hire someone on a contract/seasonal basis.  

Basically continue to reinvest.

This continues to be a great town for investing!

you can't win if you don't play.  

Your original "seed money" remains in Module #2, and continues to generate profits for Module #3.Module #3:  Us profits from Module #2 to invest in cash flow properties of choice.Notice, that the freed up NLD funds from Module #1, are truly free, since Module #1 covers all debt associated with it.  

I have a puppy that tries to attack and play with me when I'm trying to learn stuff.

When I leave Pensacola in two years, I plan to rent out both homes for the long-term.Looking forward to interacting with you all and continuing my real-estate education with this great network.