Another thing to keep in mind is what sorts of customers Penske is serving, if you're factoring it into your long-range plans.There was a link in the article that went to United Van Lines' map of its moves.

You probably want to ask the attorney or title company about separate property, and the appropriate language to use to designate or preserve that status.Also note that you might be required to prove the use of separate funds for other expenses other than purchase price.

Here is an example:"University, Executive, Professional, Airport, Downtown, Yard, Dogs, Cats, Pets, Luxury, Designer, Upscale, Historic"I was told by a friend that saw my ad that it could be considered discriminatory and in violation of Fair Housing Laws since it could appear that the ad is designed to attract "Executive and Professional" tenants.My units are very upscale and it's reflected in the monthly rental price.

It is the design and operating guidelines for your business.

The Fred Factor..Mark Sanborn...read it about twice a year..Basically about having passion in your everyday life...turning the ordinary into the EXTRAORDINARY..3.

Look up those who sit in those chairs and their resume usually includes education and professional designations.

If you go the commercial broker route I recommend pursuing your CCIM designation (http://www.ccim.com/about-ccim) which will include learning to do the same type of investment analysis as is taught in the RE MBA classes, but for a much lower cost.

You're an investor, not a retail buyer.I really believe it depends on a lot of factors (i.e. area, price of homes, etc).

As your experience and confidence grows you will be able to search through more distant markets, but as you said that you are just starting, I believe the best advice is to being by investing locally.Though other markets may offer a higher return, make sure you factor in the additional costs.

Check them out as they produce some great designs and are a big inspiration into my foray into real estate.