Let's review one of common misconceptions that is thrown around by folks touting wonders of selling properties on a lease option:

You won't have any repairs or maintenance.

True, you can certainly have your documents state that tenant/buyer (TBer) is responsible for repairs. In fact, I've seen numerous variations of this ranging from TBer is responsible for all repairs to only those repairs falling within a certain price range. Some investors ask seller to be responsible for repairs up to a certain amount and ask TBer to be responsible for those over that amount. Insurance will theoretically cover major damages so that's not an issue. And I know from several experiences that insurance will and does cover many repair expenses less than $10,000. So far, knock on wood, I haven't had to test going above that amount.

So, what happens when your TBer moves in, sends you back your move-in condition form and two days later A/C, heater, or whatever goes out? You're either ponying up some money or you have one upset TBer. Yes, I know it's wise to have them sign off on an inspection or an inspection waiver prior to move in, and if you're not doing that, I recommend it. However, do you think that's going to matter if TBer just gave you majority of their life savings and they're looking at a large repair bill?

Yes, you can use some of their funds to purchase a home warranty and I also frequently do that. If expense happens to be one that is actually covered under policy on such a short time frame and not classified as a pre-existing condition, then you're fine and TBer can just pay deductible. Wait a minute, didn't you shell out a few hundred for warranty? True, it came from TBer's funds, but that option consideration was supposed to be yours to keep, right?

Other recommendations on addressing issue include asking seller to be responsible for repairs for a certain time period and then passing that "guarantee" on to TBer. Again, it may be one of those "sounds good in theory" type arguments. The few times I've gone that route I've not had to test it, but I wouldn't be surprised if seller is a bit upset if I had to call to ask for money after fact. And what happens if your repair period from seller is only 30 or 60 days and it takes you longer than that to find a decent TBer. Oops.

There is a magic power in goal setting that, when unleasehed, can dramatically accelerate your results as an on-line marketer. Those who understand and utilise basic laws of goal setting achieve extrodinary results. Those who don't can only wonder and hope! This article explains how Internet Marketers can fire up their on-line results by having magic of goal setting work for them.

First and foremost, goal setting establishes a sense of purpose and order in our lives. When we develop a goals consciousness we begin to live on purpose and by design, rather than be blown by winds of change. Goals give clarity to objectives and expectations that we have of our on-line businesses.

In Brian Tracy's new book 'Goals' he states that 'Success is Goals, everything else is commentary'. In other words, at core of every great success lies an intensly goal focused person. This is equally true with those striving for success on-line. Success is a hard place to arrive at by accident.

Lets face facts! There are many people on-line today promising that if you will just buy their program, marketing system, traffic generation, MLM opportunity and more you will be successful and make it big. There are thousands of eZines and Newsletters out there that all claim to have secret inside information on how to be an Internet Marketing success just like them. Every other web site offers free eBooks on how to turn Internet into a cash machine, or to generate a traffic virus. There is just a ton of great quality information out there.

If there is so much information readily available then how come you are still struggling to earn money from your on-line marketing ventures?

No matter how good information is thats available to you, and no matter how good your online venture, success will avoid you if you lack clarity around your objectives. With clarity comes certainty and conviction. A lack of clarity leads to your efforts being diluted and your attention easily diverted.

So how do you go about setting goals that are relevant to your on-line business?

A good starting point is to establish goals using S.M.A.R.T formula. In other words goals have to be:

S - Specific M - Measurable A - Achievable R - Realistic T - Have a time line

By using S.M.A.R.T formula you give your brain clear specific objectives to aim at. Your brain works best with clarity. Focusing on, and dwelling constantly on clearly defined objectives sparks your brain with fire to achieve it. With such clarity your Reticular Activating System will hone in exact resources, knowledge, skills and opportunitys you need to make it happen.

What type of goals are required for success in your on-line business?