How many is too many?

[Arvind Sundar]

This is my first time looking for an investment home. I started looking at homes this past couple of weeks. This weekend I saw 15 homes and have not made any offers. I plan to view more. How many is too many ?

Some made positive cash flow on my analysis but just did not feel right - for example: one had an tall electric pole in view which I'm sure will deter renters and future buyers, 3 or 4 of them backed into a busy road, etc... Some were ok but just did not work for us.

I wondered to myself if I'm treating this process as if I'm going to be living in it and looking for something perfect ! 

How does one pick an investment home  (and quickly) from a large set?