For stocks, I've seen studies that indicate optimal diversification at around 15-20 companies.

There has to be something...as I could take the $275K and invest it in the stock market.

I can't tell you how many times I go into a nicer area and I'm finding really cheap carpet, fiberglass tub enclosures, no dishwasher, stock cabinets, etc.

i usually buy these stocks when they are in sale because my apartments usually have 3' doors or 2' doors for closets etc. so last time HD had a sale on these doors were about 24 bucks i think, and i bought a crap load.

If you don't respond, the under-writer will sit on your file.You numbers seem reasonable, and if the house is in good condition and keeping with the area prices for similar stock, then you should be ok.Mike P.

There is risk there as 65% is in blue chip stocks and 32% are in bonds.

The reason I bring this up is because I am always comparing the business of real estate to other investments such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, CDs, etc.I'm always asking- What is the real rate of return considering monetary investment, time and energy included?

I would imagine that with a rising interest rate environment, foreign capital will come to the U.S. and the dollar will strengthen, stocks & commodities will fall.

Cutting wages and benefits to workers isn't exactly an ethical way to increase the bottom line and your own wages through stock options.The trend can only last so long in my opinion.

ExactlyUnless you are assured of significant cap app, you would be better putting the $100k into a good dividend stock or hold a note.In fact $150 after all ancilary expenses, taxes & inflation would probably return less than 91 day treasury bills!!!!