They were always looking for the best way to make money, and they were willing to put their time, money, and heart out there when the opportunity arose.I think its dangerous to think that you become successful in any economy by figuring out the "secret" way to make money.

It's good to have something to fall back on, but to make it as a young business owner you will have to develop the heart of a lion.

If you buy something because your heart desires it then you should enjoy it to the fullest without ever thinking about the cost of financial part of it. example: I like corvettes.

I wanted to add that in the Riverside, Ca area not just desert area but in the heart of the city there are many 150k deals to be had.  

I've personally been looking for a multi-family unit to purchase/live in and would jump on a deal like that in a heart beat. 

The proximity to Atlanta, NC, Florida, and Savannah is greatFollow your heart - there are no coincidences and you'll choose the right home for you and your family.

That being said, being wary is probably sage advice that I will take to heart, no matter how good a deal a house might seem. 

If you did, congrats.If you still trying to figure it out don't give up, I know you will overcome it like I always believe in myself, if I set my heart into something I will be success.

Honestly, I don't think I'll see that kind of deal in my lifetime again, unless there's some kind of catastrophic market implosion again (Although seeing Congress screwing up lately with regards to laws passed recently, that may actually happen)If rental one WAS gaining 20k a year, every year, then you bet, I'd keep it in a heart beat.  

Hi Jennifer -So nice to hear from a book person - I heart reading, and I think it gives one a definite advantage in a lot of areas, esp REI.