One conviction that netted $9,000 in penalties hardly seems worth an investment of over a third of a billion dollars. Without proper government agency oversight, it comes as little surprise that there has been only one HIPAA conviction.

With such limited upfront investment, we believe that it is at least worth a shot.

It was definitely an investment that was well worth it.

Capital is readily available, and private equity investors are looking for investment opportunities. By entering into joint ventures with investors, savvy developers can obtain capital at lower costs to acquire land, optimize the timing of lot acquisitions and shift some of the risk of funding necessary for roads, sewers, utility lines and other infrastructure needed for development.

The new site was worth the investment because the region is now equipped with a state-of-the-art facility, broad warehouse stock, and bays ready to service the local industry. This expansion reflects the ongoing commitment to customer service by Utility's dealers throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

It raises the question ... are we getting our money's worth? Are we capturing the full value of that significant investment?