Kidding aside, just keep in mind that everything in life has a price. 

Im looking to take the next step into real estate and also in life.

I don't need them to make myself feel better, or give value to my life.

Think about your life and the types of structures you've lived in during each phase (high school, college, first job, 30s, etc.)?

I know that sounds like an awful thing when your dream is probably to become a real estate investment mogul, but you're probably going to burn through your 40k pretty quick without any income.With that said, make it an educational job for where you want to be in life.

Hello everyone,I'm on the fence with this investment decision since it is life changing!

That's just the way life is.

I currently work in Information Technology from 8am-6pm and will now add REI to my after-hours life.

I don't ever want to let them down and I always strive to provide a better life for them.You need to see what you strive for and then maybe you will find what will help you stay motivated.Good luck and keep pushing along.

I was so enamored with living the downtown life that I shunned any opportunity to get a 2- or 3-flat via FHA.