Basically I have narrowed down to, pay down our only vehicle payment so that it will be full paid off between March/April instead of in 18 months, OR keep it in savings as extra cash on hand for REI.

We have identified a couple properties/intersections we really like in Houston to do some value-add projects, ran some numbers, lease comps, etc. and have narrowed down the list.

It's difficult to narrow the focus to what is essential to do at this state. 

Armed with that information, you will certainly be able to narrow down your scope. 

I have narrowed my decision down to multi-family properties in which I would like to begin my journey (duplex, triplex, or quad-plex).

This building was completely functionally obsolete, four rooms with a narrow bathroom (obviously installed post original construction) which was in a state of disrepair.

The trick is to narrow it down to what works with your finances, goals and comfort level.

I'd suggest potentially narrowing down where in Richmond you'd like to search. 

@Kameron Holloway One of the best ways to do it is scour FB for local (or state wide) investor groups once you've narrowed down where you want to invest. 

Any other advice for narrowing down on possible markets?