If "the state of mind of the general public" thinks that harvesting berries and fruits will get them through very bad economic times then they truly deserve the sobriquet "sheeple".I'm saddened that the majority probably do think along those lines, but not shocked.

Some discreet inquiries with the county health department might be in order.

We can meticulously plan our lives and make all the right decision, but life throw curve balls all the time (Again, illness, layoffs etc) and you cannot protect yourself from everything.With regard to own vs. rent, I still believe that for the average person owning is more economical than renting (Aside from appreciation, tax benefits etc).

Check out their website heartattackgrill.com and you'll see they're not concerned one bit about your health but I love every bit of it!!

He's an elderly gentleman and he's having health complications so he's simplifying his life.

As you can imagine, the economic and political climate has caused many in my occupation as school/librarians to grow frantic.

My kids are 15, 16 and 17 and not one of them has an economics, personal finance or personal banking course.

Every State and/or County Department of Health is a bit different in their regulations.

(I think it's around 20%) That really hurts the economical growth here.

What would you prognosticate the difference in ROI between this loan and taking the $$$ and purchasing an investment property in this economic climate (sf/bay area).Thank you very much.