But at some point, the music is going to stop and we're all going to scramble for chairs that aren't there.

I just remind her this is a long term play for early retirement and we really don't need the money today. 

If so, it could be more of an appreciation play.

He certainly does have an extensive play list of helpful topics.Thanks again and best of luck to you!

Maybe play dumb a little "I don't know if I'm in the right place..."

@Scott Goulet doesn’t your homeowners insurance come into play here?

The hot Texas sun is blocked and kids can play all year.

@Thomas Kelly I would offer 130k, sell it for 150k, the end buyer gonna spend 20k between rehab & closing cost, all in for 170k, which is roughly 70% ARV You can play with those numbers a little bit but I wouldn’t go much higher than that because you’re in Illinois and you can’t wholesale there, you gonna have a to double close which increase your cost.

Obviously it plays a part, but how much is it just a response to other larger market forces? 

@Dan Portka , I will keep you in mind :) Yes, I am looking for a local real estate club as well; I heard of a group playing the Cash Flow Game in Irvine.