Recent content by Laguna21

I got mine on launch, played Zelda for hours, and it was a fabulous game, but felt like it was taking way too long to finish it out, so I gave it a break. Mario Kart 8 is a blast to play, and much smoother than the Wii U Version, but pretty much a carbon copy of the game. Everything is unlocked...

this seems to be the most reasonable explanation. The only issue is - it doesn't explain why the gated areas in OH like La vita have soared - how have other parts of the gated side of OH appreciated? Capella for some reason just seems like an anomaly.

WOW :O who would have thought Strada would be selling that high a few years later. Congrats to the sellers on that home.

@Paris: you guys are very lucky that you have such a good tenant that communicates with you on repairs, so you don't need a management company. That's wonderful! Palm Springs sounds like a great opportunity for airbnb - I wonder if restrictions apply with airbnb in Palm Springs though, or are...

Very doable, hire a reputable property management company, but also equate the cost of that into your overall expenses. I've never run into any issues & have very reputable property management companies handling everything. My family also has properties all over including the Bay Area, Hawaii...

My 2 cents on SF investments. If looking to cash flow, or short term returns, not a good investment & you don't have a large down. Looking at the long-term picture, SF real estate is one of the most in-demand real estate markets in the entire nation. Some positive stats for you: 63% or more...

@hello: This will be indeed my last post. I can't leave it here without speaking my mind once more. I take ZERO issue with anyone refuting my advice. (which was taken WAY too literally by someone that clearly lacks interpersonal/communication skills) What I take issue with is assholes that...

Wow. Great article. It actually does make sense in a way because the central nervous system does have some control over gastric motility, which is why they say a lot of people that have IBS for instance can be cured with anti-depressants. Will be interesting to see in future years if they can...

@aquabliss: I agree with you - this will be the last statement I will make. @hello: First thing you said to me was that it was "Dumb Luck" that I made that much equity since the time of purchase (It has been less than 5 years as an FYI) It was in 3.5 years to be precise. Then you tell me its...

@hello: put your money where your mouth is instead of mouthing off about how others are giving bad advice. Cite your success here that you've had with investing according to your terms instead of telling others they give bad advice. My decision to invest in SF has paid off, & it was not a poor...

I'm not disagreeing with @Hello entirely. I agree that you need to look at ALL of those variables before investing. I didn't just plop money down on the condo in SF without looking at the numbers too. I'm simply pointing out that sometimes you need to take risks in order to gain a higher...

@hello:  :D my panties are definitely not in a bunch. I just think you are a very one dimensional thinker. You make decisions based on your calculator alone without consideration of other elements in investing. Re: the Inland empire investment - that may be true, but greater appreciation will...

@hello: When you purchase a home/condo or anything it will ALWAYS be cash flow negative out of the gate. In most scenarios when investing, you will NEVER find a situation, unless you are a contractor and can fix up a place for dirt cheap, & turn around and flip it - that will be cash flow...

@USC - we looked at Summerlin years ago! Over 5 years ago, we had considered actually moving there to save money, & not have to pay the outrageous FTB taxes, but I just can't get over living in Las Vegas, NV. Defo not for us. But I heard really great things about that area. Great for families...

@jmoney: those are the people I know too. I only knew of one person who purchased AOL stock early on & made millions. Other than that, all the people I know who were able to retire comfortably are ones that invested in rental property over the years.