Dave,
I have always thought the same thing. Also that by not having a job and by spending all your time looking for deals you have again defeated the original purpose. The end result over time is going to be much better than if you had spent the same time just working and not investing. Once you have a significant IP portfolio and the process of administering it is streamlined, you then have the CHOICE of looking for more investments, working or enjoying your spare time.

James