Or I could Buy a Corporate Bond that will give me a few percents a year.

Lessons learned:1)Fire a non performing PM early and often ... they NEVER get better.2)Don't buy out of state where you can't verify issues & solutions or easily take control to straighten out a mess if need be.3)Repeated visits for what seems like the same or similar issue are a red flag which should NOT be ignored.4)Use licensed, bonded electricians who pull permits.5)Trust but verify.6)Be careful about who even bids your jobs.

I am beyond excited to apply what I have learned to the task of freeing myself forever from the bonds of debt, and unwanted employment.

@Seth C.Have you done any research into the pricing of bonds (i.e.

You'll also want to verify that it is 100% FDIC insured or you'll still be at risk with even the most aggressive bonding. 

While many states recognize the old CFD or Bond for Deed, they have issues at the federal level, financing requirements, servicing problems and with title insurance.

I recommend getting a good "bonding" primer.  

You definitely need to make sure that they're licensed, insured and bonded.

We stopped because the majority of our networth was in property and we wanted to let our stock and bond portfolio catch up a bit.

Our goal is to strengthen the Investor community here and get you connected to the right people to help you reach your real estate goals.This meeting will be helo from 6-8pm Thursday September 8th.