I sent reminder bills explaining what my next actions would be if not paid, going to court.

Also, passive income has the potential to increase over time, potentially outpacing the value of a lump sum like $1,000,000 This concept reminds me of the idea behind the best game for real money.

Texting reminders right after the appointment was set, and again on the day of the appointment, helped. 

@Josane Cumandala you comment reminds me that the biggest proponents of affordable housing seem to be the first, to do things to drive up the cost of housing.

Thanks for the reminder.

This whole story reminds me of TV evangelists. 

Thanks for reminding me of these deductions associated with the investing business.  

It even dragged down appraisals of properties that were a normal sale (NOT distressed  properties) that had full price offers and full price back up offer(s).It is important that buyer's are reminded that real estate is cyclical and can come down...even in the strongest of markets.

I had to chuckle when I read your post because it reminded me of the statement all these financial advisors always give before they help: "Past performance is not an indicator of future success".Don't get me wrong, if you keep finding markets that appreciate as well as the ones you have been in so far and that keeps going, you will reach your TFP very soon with that model.I know you are aware that we are rapidly running towards a massive affordability trap.

Thanks for the reminder!