To answer your question I make sure that my thoughts are aligned with my goals and then lastly I want to make sure that I’m acting on those goals to prevent any “what ifs or self sabotaging behaviors.”Everything should start with you.

What best aligns with your talents?

You’ll have to get historical financials, value the properties and make offers that align with your financial goalsAlso side note, when it comes to cash flowing in D.C. 

Unpopular opinion: Leave the people that don't move you forward or don't align with your end goals.

You will align your interests with them and hence you will get better analysis.  

It’s really about whether it aligns with my goals and individual situation and not about the strategy itself.

Free money is great money, but it may not align with your goal/ strategy.

Erm, so Engelo is basically portraying he is willing to turn down more business than we take on to insure we avoid the drama that comes with doing business with individuals that aren't aligned. 

For a deal to make sense, the metrics must align.

Aligning on offer price isn't an argument or a debate, it's your choice as a buyer.