He exercised his stock options when Tesla was around $1000/sh. 

We like our careers but being able to exercise that innovative thought pattern to freely think about a project that's personal to us vs a project that's required of us is much more fun and rewarding.

While I have affection for Rome (and my property there), investors should exercise caution and precision regarding their plan, objectives, and financial means (budget). 

BUDGET - Just like diet & exercise.

There is nothing crazy about buying a $200k home for $175k(no agents) and selling it for 225k on a lease option and collecting on the spread by Option consideration, cash flow(not needed), and cash out when the end buyer exercises his/her option.

I know I know, I just find I can get a lot more done if I'm listening to books while doing all the mundane other stuff that needs to get done in life (i.e. weekend cleaning/exercising/commuting to work/etc)Hi Ayana,I believe BP is working on putting together an audio book, but it hasn't been released as of yet. 

After our meeting, they were relieved and full endorsed our plan.We have now embarked on a 2-year plan to renovate their unit (it is in need) ... when we are done, they will be at market rent.You can raise rent on a long-term tenant, just do it gently and with respect.

We will also add a community and exercise room, vending machines and update the laundry facilities.