I would actively look at the broker/local investor route as it is easier and helps you be more efficient esp. at this stage of the RE cycle where everyone is demanding more than what their property is worth.

I hate seeing that box full of good 9 volt batteries that goes to recycle when it fills up.In what states are you required to replace the batteries in a smoke detector more often than yearly?

I just needed a starting point.I thought about not putting a return address on the envelope but know what I do with most mail that comes to me without a return address... recycle without opening.

Assuming the new fits the old frames, you can just recycle the new frames, or replace them as needed.We do the same with windows when both panes have been broken.It is not always the most economical when looking just at materials costs, but when factoring in time and difficulty - it is the easiest and fastest.

They left the money, because it was worthless.People could drink a bottle of wine with dinner, then the next day, recycle the bottle for more than they had paid for the wine.

That which cannot go on forever will eventually end ... we are 8 years into a RE cycle that normally lasts 8-10 years.

Fiberglass lasts longer, is more dimensionally stable (less bowing and warping) and is a bit more environmentally friendly but the inhalation of the powders produced when grinding, cutting or sanding the finished product is known to cause of form of Mesothelioma as well as the more common skin irritation.Aluminum will last the longest, and is recyclable.

I was able to recycle the leases upon renewal and didn't pay any commissions for the rental, which is a savings of over $4,000 if you consider the rental commission to be 1 month rent.

Based on how much development is going on in oceanside, the fact that you have a major military base right next to you that will keep bringing in and recycling new people every year, and even looking at vistas development - it's not crazy to think that EVERYONE in the Tri-city area is preparing for the high appreciation that appears to be coming to Oceanside and the Tri-city area as a whole.If you're dead set on building more cashflow, I'd recommend out of state.

A couple thoughts based on Mike's post:The book Secrets of the Canadian RE Cycle gives some pretty detailed info about drivers of the cycle.