If your base mat foundation was properly reinforced (engineered to account for surcharge pressure from expansive soil), the rigidity of the foundation will minimize the displacement of the structure due to vertical and horizontal movement of the clay.

I think with the knowledge I have now I could pitch it to the other title companies and teach them how.

I do not believe in paying a high salary as it can breed people gaming the system and doing minimal work for a check.

I am taking my salesperson test next month and guess what, all the brokers immediately ask who I'm hanging my license with and start their sales pitch.

I am writing an offer on a 4plex in a cul de sac of 4plexes the area is good however each unit is individually owned with no hoa dues so the lot is in need of repair. this unit is completely vacant but two unit can be up running with minimal effort. 

Jason,  Their pitch was pretty much claiming to be able to eliminate brokers in an effort to save on commissions.  

I understand I have minimal capital at my age, but I'm looking to turn ex. a $350,000 loan into $500,000 house. $150,000 profit, I know the market niche, and I think there is great opportunity here.

On the surface the idea of over-leveraging scares me a bit but then again holding long term should minimize that fear somewhat.  

The goal of the landscaping of an investment property to me is to have a good curb appeal while minimizing maintenance especially for multi family properties.

I'd make the travel money stretch as long as possible which is pretty doable when you travel minimally.