I'm planning to stake down plastic sheeting to prevent grass and weeds from growing up into/throughout the rock.

Nice to own a piece of something not tied to the market :)Anyways, it's not like my parents made any bad choices- they pay off their plastic each month, house is paid for, etc.

Find someone who is reputable.

I like the GN for 3 reasons;- I've attended many reputable seminars there and the room rates are very affordable.

If you do that a few times you will get a very bad reputation and you will find it harder to get a contract.

i used to do some lawn cutting/landscaping a few years ago.i had a 44" exmark and loved it. had the Kaw engine. costs a LOT (7k), but i loved it. but mine did not stripe well.i'd NEVER, EVER, EVER get any mower from a big box store. they all have plastic rollers and plastic spindles. go to a commercial lawncare store and get to know them. you can buy a bunton, toro, exmark, but dont get a cub cadet, john deer or any of the other crap that call themselves "commercial".

His reputation helped him in getting such a deal.

Scott pointed out.While I have a reputation of being Mr.

My personal opinion is that you should work to protect your name and reputation at all costs.

@Roddie Weddle I buy from reputable and proven wholesalers in Houston, because of the time it takes to find investor friendly properties, that is a job itself, being a wholesaler, just my opinion and my experiences....