We lose ~200/month on the third (our old primary) which we more-than make-up for in other ways (taxes, loan payoff, appreciation).Mehran Kamari Thx for the book referral - I'll check that out.

If you have an IKEA within driving distance, they make a really nice butcher block countertop that can easily be cut to size.

Most Masters or other degree programs need to have at least an 80% graduation rate or they will lose accreditation.

Fourth I do not play in that space or have the network there so I tell them of others who do that type of thing.As soon as you try to become all things to all people in the sake of making a buck you lose focus and traction of what you are specifically trying to do.

Greg,Are you losing $200 a month or getting all but $200 a month from your tenant who is paying down your mortgage for you, which will at some point put you right side up again?

I would think utilities and water alone could easily amount to $1,000 in 6 mths, and taxes are generally high in NJ, correct?

Becoming financially independent by age 40 is easily achievable.I would be happy to give you some help.Chris

If the deal goes south a non paying partner loses just time while the investors lose cash.

If you don't use the option period, then you are locked into either completing the purchase or losing your earnest money.

Our latest trick is to also do refrigerator magnets with property management information - they always end up on the fridge and then the tenants don't lose the number.