I was thinking of doing a Facebook contest where I tell people to like/comment for a chance to win something (like a yeti tumbler or something else valued at $50 or less).

It would be a big win for the governing party(s) (BOOOO!).

My money is still on Pittsburgh to win it all.

and only when you understand this should you map it to a strategy that is in line with your unique skills and motivations3) You will need discipline and an execution plan - being your own boss is great but you also need to figure out how to be your own best employee4) Define a plan and set interim milestones - being an entrepreneur can be a lonely profession and success is not a straight line so plan for getting yourself some small wins and maintain a long term perspective to help get you past short term challenges.5) Understand what constraints leaving full time employment will eliminate e.g. more time to focus on real estate, and what constraints it will introduce e.g. less income and ability to get credit6) Understand that you will need a team to succeed so make sure that the people in your life on whom you depend on for support are fully behind youHere is an article that I wrote that might be of additional help - https://www.biggerpockets.com/member-blogs/11782/88425-want-success-here-are-ten-things-you-must-give-upGood luck, going on your own has got enormous upside potential but it is not pain free.

It was a win-win.

But make it a win-win, you both will lose something and gain something in the process.Make sure it is settled within the month that rent was due.

I also help everyone as I believe in making a win for everyone I come in contact with if I can. 

Something to think about in this situation is trying to make it a win for the person.

However, I'd like to emphasize the word 'promising'.

Win-win.