This applies to all types of illiquid assets (cars, homes, property, plants equipment), and is the nature of the game when running a business that largely involves large amounts of illiquid assets.

But I was determined to become something really respectable and socially worthwhile, a college professor in what I was naturally best in school at, English literature.

Hey Laura,The hi-desert STR look is full of natural light and soft, muted tones; pastels rather than primary or neon colors.

This would, I believe, provide a rock solid foundation of security and low risk (a steadily decreasing minimum payment and having access to your equity when you need it).

Repairs done before renting is personal in nature.

Has anyone else been required to apply and pay for a Little Rock business lience to rent property?

Five months out of the year, I pay an extra $800-$1,200 per month for natural gas to heat the boilers. 

The landscaping looks a little unmaintained; I'd trim the trees and bushes and realign the rocks so they're not falling over, then spread new bark/mulch to cover the dirt.

I would never recommend anyone that's out of state try to do all of this on their own, unless they have rock solid referrals.

We use Chicago Title, First American & Guaranty National, depending on the nature of the deal.