This post is long, you've been warned.

Here is the orginal deal:

Purchase - $75,000

Down - $18,750

Mortgage - $56,250 ($285/month @ 4.5%)

Here's where things get a little more difficul...

OK, really like to see what people have to say on this one.

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2) What do you see the total % loss from the top until we hit the floor?
3) What t...

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Regular activities include yard work, small repair & maintenances...

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