But no matter where I'm going in this city, you can bet I'm carrying a peace keeper.

I would bet that a 200 year old painted lady in San Francisco would cost you a fortune.

I'd prefer an even money bet, or at least one with a better edge than roulette or the ponies.

If you compare the two properties (the one in Texas with the one in Alabama), the cost to rent ratio is huge, At first glace you can tell that from a cash flow perspective, the Birmingham property is a sure bet, however there are many other factors that would show that in the long run, the Texas property may turn to be a better long term investment ( Age, neighbourhood, type of renters, potential appreciation, saleability, etc).Many times where you have two different properties in two different states that rent for a similar amount, you are still comparing apples to oranges for the reasons mentioned above

If there is a problem, they are you best bet in giving guidance on what needs to be correct and what permits and fines might be required.

>> A federal jury Friday awarded more than $100 million to 10 workers who claimed they were injured in 2007 when a toxic substance was released at BP <<I bet I know which posters released that 'toxic substance' !!!.....

But are you willing to bet everything you own on it?

I dont know what you do for a living, but im willing to bet you dont do it for free.

Blind faith that things will just work out is not a good thing to bet on.Work hard. 

I bet she's your life.