The difficult stuff revolves around the dynamics, not the mechanics.

The minute you let go of your integrity you are the ultimate failure, no matter you perceived "success." 

I am not sure if that is to be independent and learn from our own failures or to learn from our mentor for the summer months to gain that valuable information that we may not find elsewhere.Any input would be greatly appreciated!

@Savannah LewisonYou've got to get past the formula-based mechanical investing to figure out Pgh, Savannah.

If I sell I could walk away with around $50k after all selling expenses (I’ve lived in the house over 2 years so I wouldn’t pay capital gains taxes) all major mechanicals have been replaced In the last two years.

@Frank Sanchez I tend to find the Rich Dad Poor Dad series of books very light on "how to" mechanics and more inspirational fiction.

If you were doing a degree in astrophysics, Mechanical Eng.

Now I know what NOT to do and failures only serve to educate oneself anyway, right? 

Abrasive blast, shot-blast, water jet or mechanically abrade concrete surfaces to remove laitance, curing compounds, hardeners, sealers and other contaminants and to provide a minimum ICRI-CSP 5 surface profile.

The newer stuff doesn't last nearly as long as older models that have only mechanical parts.When it's time to replace an appliance, ask the repair folks for their recommendation.