I hear so many folks speak about their employers as if their current job were the only option they had. Many people stay at a career they dislike simply for the benefit of a steady paycheck. I hear, all to frequently, from folks who have to work for their healthcare benefits or the 401K. What … Read more
I am pleased to announce the following guest post from Brandon Turner the senior editor at biggerpockets.com. He is an active real estate investor and one heck of a nice guy! A “Subject To” deal, or “Sub2,” is a method for buying real estate… without actually purchasing it. I know, that sounds a little crazy, … Read more
Who would have ever thought that buying acreage could offer multiple streams of income. From rental property, to leasing your land out to farmers or hunters, or even harvesting timber. For all the environmentalists out there, let me start by apologizing for even considering the harvesting of trees for money. Make no mistake, I love … Read more
I was driving in Northwestern Missouri recently and noticed off in the distance the vast amount of wind turbines that dot the landscape. It got me to thinking; what are wind energy pros and cons. First of all, I am not a fan of the look of the structures. I am however, open-minded to the … Read more
I went on a guided fishing trip in Florida last winter and our guide, Larry was one of the best saltwater fishing guides I have ever met, and he happened to leave an impression on me. It wasn’t necessarily his proficiency at locating fish, although we did happen to land a couple big ones. It … Read more