How much is good luck.

How much is good luck and how much is good management is always a question I put to myself when things have gone reasonably well. When you decide to go beyond your comfort zone things only look clear years later. However my advice is to play it safe, look at waste on a daily basis so action can be taken if it is necessary to "tighten your belt", follow the recommended tips when choosing your purchase, rely on the internet for some history of the area you propose to invest. Propose to sell in an upwards market.