I worked this same plan and within 2 years of a chapter 7 (life threatening illness) I had a car, a mortgage on my new home, and a regular credit card again.

I don't mind personal sacrifices of quality of life, personal space, or amenities.I know this a lot but you have a very good idea where I am coming from.

I didnt provide much input as I dont think it would be best in my current situation to let the staff know that i'm a regular on BP and looking to escape the "Cubicle Life".

We can share strategies and help you along your investment journey.PM me if you'd like details of check out the BP Market Place ads.Looking forward to meeting you in real life.

but I just joined yesterday as it turns out, and my experience on flipping houses is also still young - although I have been in property most of my life - there's so much to do out there !!!

That's going to be the most durable finished floor surface you can install and should be the least expensive when it's amortized over the life of the floor.

I've lived in California my whole life and I want to get out.

Whole life insurance consists of base whole life + term insurance blend.

Just a fact of life. 

This site and listening to all of the podcasts has really transformed my life.