What is your reason for investing in real estate? Some might think that a foolish question, but I beg to differ. I think that it is a question that one must answer again and again. Real estate investing is not the end, but a means for most people. It is a way to provide for retirement, for family, or perhaps the goal of long term wealth. Perhaps it ia way to underwrite a charitable cause. Again, real estate or note investing is not the end, but the means. Be clear about what is your "why" and let it be your motivation.- RLW