Private schools today are considered expensive because they have to be expensive in order to survive - they are competing as a premium product against a free product of mediocre quality.

So one potential place where you would have difficulty buying is no longer going to compete with you.

My father in law is a sales rep (works from home, very flexible schedule) and is far more competent than I and is willing to be a backup handyman.

You guys have reinforced the need for a competent Attorney that can work with my title company and also act as my closing agent.

I downloaded a lot of Jim Rohn's speeches on my mp3 player.

It's actually a very common lie used by many agents to negotiate a higher price; in fact, with REO offers, you'll often get asked for your "highest and best" offer, and will be told that you're competing against other buyers, when in actuality they just want you to submit a higher offer and there are actually no other bidders.While it's a lie, it's also a negotiating tactic, and part of the game some agents will play...don't let it bother you...

This is normally a good thing as it allows different states to compete with each other at enacting better laws.

Money is dear right now so everyone is competing for the same supply.

Again, any suggestions would be appreciated.Lastly, attend the local REI club, find out what the major players are looking for, find it for them, and attempt to wholesale a few.

The real players will find a way to survive, if not prosper.