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He moved in at the end of December last year, payments on time, then at the end of April, we get a shut off notice from the water company (they send us copies of shut off notices-which we are ultimately responsible for).

Ultimately my desire is to replace my current income, finance child's higher education and build wealth so that I may retire comfortably.

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Unless you're paying cash from your pocket, pay close attention to financing issues as ultimately the deal boils down to financing it.Enjoy the meetings, lunches, dinners, mentorships, just keep your eyes open.

Ultimately, the profits follow risk/investment.

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