While this thread may be negative (for good reason) at least we hear something positive from an investor rather than the standard substance-lacking ra-ra we get from our friend from TX.Also hope what William said was true that they are listening. 

Unfortunately the cliché “Win,Win” has becomean empty shell of form without substance.

By shedding some light on this situation I feel we can add a bunch of good substance to this thread.I have been looking for a way to get my feet wet in REI.

Jon,You won't get anything of substance out of Michael.

There are additional requirements if you are going to hire employees right off the bat, sell alcohol, ship dangerous substances Etc.

NOT UNDER THE INFLUENCE: I am not now under the influence of alcohol or any other mind-altering substance, nor am I taking medication that would cloud my judgment or make me unable to think clearly. ________ 20.

Rent an industrial strength ozone generator from a hardware store and run it in the apartment for a couple of days.Ozone is an unstable molecule that attacks hydrocarbon molecules, breaking them down into harmless substances like carbon dioxide, oxygen and trace amounts of water.Just make sure you follow the precautions and if you overdo it let the apartment air out for a day.

I know this topic doesn't have the substance of most real estate investing topics but this is a vehicle I have decided to use to help me obtain financial freedom and build capital and I appreciate you guys having positive feedback and helping me out.

The first two lines read:(1) As used in this rule, "advertising" and "advertisement" include all forms of representation, promotion and solicitation disseminated in any manner and by any means for any purpose related to professional real estate activity, including, without limitation, advertising by mail; telephone, cellular telephone, and telephonic advertising; the Internet, E-mail, electronic bulletin board and other similar electronic systems; and business cards, signs, lawn signs, and billboards.(2) Advertising by a licensee, in process and in substance, must:Line two makes it seem like regulation is applied if you are advertising as any form of real estate professional.

Don't make the mistake of raising consumption with your income, but if you cut consumption and raise your income, you'll be in better shape, faster.Cars are depreciating assets, and Millionaire Next Door types know that they're often more vanity than substance.