best of luck to you in which ever path you choose.

I appreciate my j-o-b now, working for a fortune 500 company with benefits etc., not having to set up a retirement plan myself.

having said that ... you still need a sideline today. why not work part time for the best printing company you can find that allows you to buy into their benefit program.

then really hustle your graphics business, even target realtors and mortgage business, try one of skip rosell's programs www.makemoneyalerts.com

I'll bet you can still do 10 real estate deals in 12 months even in a down market.

remember it's easier to enjoy your job when it's not your only income stream.

c.t.coburn