For instance, we stopped originating these three rehab programs and instead originate a construction loan on our balance sheet that we have complete control over.

While Vegas might feel like a good choice because it’s closer, let me make the case for Panama City Beach or Destin—they’re the kind of spots that could turn your first investment into a major win.Here’s the thing: PCB and Destin aren’t just beach towns—they’re vacation magnets.

Call them up and get an idea of their needs, why they are coming to town.

If you put in an offer at 85% of list price on every decent home on mls in your targeted area, you're going to get a house or two that should only need cosmetic rehab - which you could control the costs better.  

If you had bigger cabins only, definitely not.One thing I would add though is that your returns are somewhat based on your purchase price which you can control. 

Ultimately controlling your spending and making extra principal payments is the way pay your mortgage off early.Also one final warning, you must state on the extra payment that it is "Principal Only" or the mortgage company will apply it towards interest and principal.

This way I can also control the maintenance cap/ex aspect. 

It’s a short dead end road so I have this notion to own the whole street and control the look and quality of the neighborhood . 

Cameras showed it was the pest control person.  

Chris seems like a great person that is passionate about helping others take control of their money.