Being conscious of it and recognizing when it's happening to you, and taking proactive steps to counter its effects will take you a long way. 

This communities time is very appreciated and doesn't go without being recognized).

Speak with multiple lenders about their programs and what it takes to qualify with them for second, third, etc. loans with them.With rentals, keep in mind that the lenders do not recognize 100% of your rental income and as such, with each rental, your debt to income ratio climbs.

Most of the time this is true, but recognize those times when it is not and level with them.

You just have to recognize the terms.

I put together a list of the Top 35 Real Estatee Blogs in an effort to recognize the best blogs out there.

I have a friend who owns a big development and real estate company, and if all else fails he recognized my selling ablities and started talking to me and said for me to get some degrees and I'll have a job with him, so I know I can make it places.

I recognize that due diligence, appraisers, contractors and sheer experience are serious elements to calculating repair costs on properties we are considering to buy or assign.

Know your local market so that you recognize a bargain when you see it. 

@Frank Adams, educate yourself to the point that you can recognize a good deal from a bad one.