@Marty Summers - figure out your freedom number and where on the financial ladder you are and want to be (see here, and here and here).Use the stack strategy - after SFR, get a duplex, then a 4-plex, then a 6-8 complex.Look for a good portfolio or asset based line of credit (not loan), most likely from a commercial lender, which will allow you to have money available for when you'll find a good deal to purchase with cash and quick closing in advantageous conditions.

You'll likely want an entire estate plan drafted including wills and health care directives and powers of attorney, etc. as well. 

I work in Healthcare but am looking to transition to real estate investing.

FREEDOM! 

I do have very limited time at the moment, given my job and two kids (3yo and 3mo), but I have no problem getting my hands dirty or doing what it takes for some freedom in the future.

I'm in a town of 9,500 and I am the only full-time, professional property manager so I know not everyone has the freedom to pick and choose.

“ Man I invest in real estate to BUY freedom and more time!

Health Care.

Look up “Freedom Mentor” on YouTube.

Enough cash flow to cover my personal monthly expenses, create financial freedom, early retirement...I really just want to keep building this monster!