Rats and other pests are attracted by pet feces and food.

We have not done a good job of developing systems, organizing a business plan and are looking to push our business to greater heights.  

The state budget deal cut Thursday in Springfield threatens Chicagoans with another $250 million property tax increase, this one to help cover contributions to Chicago Public Schools pensions.City Hall and CPS (and other Illinois governments) wouldn't have to rescue pension funds with massive property tax increases if, during the past decade, they had reduced costs, negotiated more reasonable agreements with organized labor and gotten a handle on runaway pension obligations.

Since you already own these properties you will need to discuss any change of ownership with a tax advisor to make sure you don't trigger a taxable event when organizing your properties.

Something has to pay the bills, put food on the table and yes, cover health costs.Building your wealth by doing RE might take longer than expected.Here is a quick example:A mid-level SW engineer in the DFW area makes about 100K / year plus bonus (about 10%) plus 401K matching plus benefits (health, dental, vision) plus paid vacation days. if you sum it all up, about 140K total comp. 

I'd love to chat when you're in Pueblo CO on 7/1.Pueblo is a pretty small city, so there aren't a ton of BP members here... but I'm happy to volunteer to organize and try to round up a few folks if no one else has offered.

Food for thought here...

I am currently an admin assistant for a general contractor, no real estate experience, or really any work experience other than the typical teenage food business years and current office experience.

Their purpose is to provide access to land and housing to people who are otherwise denied access; to increase long-term community control of neighborhood resources; to empower residents through involvement and participation in the organization; and to preserve the affordability of housing permanently."

I would caution on filling more than one position at a time giving the new hire and the organization a chance to adjust thoroughly with each new team member.