I grew up in Northern Indiana, the eldest boy of 6 children. My passion for building and creating started as a young man working as a carpenter. After several years in the trades, I pursued a B.S. degree from Purdue University in Construction Management and graduated debt-free with a 3.8 GPA and Magna Cum Laude honors. I worked for a handful of large commercial contractors & developers for many years in Southern California before setting out on my own, buying and fixing up rental properties. I currently manage my own properties and love to spend time with my son and travel as much as I can.
My favorite travel destinations are small coastal & rural towns off the beaten path in both California and Latin America. I love backpacking and surf-centric trips as well scenic destinations with historical significance