Money is a nice motivator.  

Right now I'm basically doing pay-as-you-go here-and-there gen-ed courses, but I plan to start pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree in the fall at ISU....maybe.At this point, I have nothing but 200 dollars in savings, and a total of $10k in debt.I moved home for the summer, but rather than get another job as a server, I feel motivated - compelled even - to pursue something bigger.

Some people may question your motives as a principal, but if you don't make a big deal out of it, they won't be overly suspicious.

If you feel your energy level sliding, or if you are losing your motivation, here's a simple strategy that will help you get back in the game.Maintain a list of small, meaningful tasks that need doing - things like replacing a light bulb, writing a letter, or returning a phone call.

Rob,What have been been using for marketing in the last 7 years to find motivated sellers so you can buy sub to if you have not used bandit signs?

Talk about inspiration and motivation, this is where I get mine.

You will also find a much higher percentage of motivated sellers in lower end areas.

I was reading an article talking about how potential sellers who are in bankruptcy protection but are about to fall out of protection, are most likely motivated sellers.

Vacancies, evictions, utilities for empty units and common areas, common area maintenance, legal and accounting fees, etc.Still, seems like you know the area and have someone who's at least somewhat motivated to sell.I'd back into prices using the 50% rule.

There are two different motives when buying a property for residence as oppose to investment.