Fewer but better properties will usually outperform more "affordable" properties. 

Today poor means negative cash flow.  

What dollar amount or percentage do you guys usually look for in fix/flip properties? 

It is usually used in conjunction with decoupling clips and the like for listening rooms, audio recording rooms and home theaters.

I usually look for 10% return if not more. 

Also, focus on 2 years of job/income stability.Class D Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, all cashflow with little, maybe even negative, relative rent & value appreciationVacancy Est: 20%+ should be used to cover nonpayment, evictions & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores under 560 (almost 30% probability of default), little to no good tradelines, lots of collections & chargeoffs, recent evictions.

Usually you all can tell me what rents are and then I like to solve backwards. 

I usually like to start it shorter to be safe if I need to end the tenancy, but I know some people opt for the longer 14-15 month leases.

If you buy the single now your DTI will be negatively affected for future properties.

Also, focus on 2 years of job/income stability.Class D Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, all cashflow with little, maybe even negative, relative rent & value appreciationVacancy Est: 20%+ should be used to cover nonpayment, evictions & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores under 560 (almost 30% probability of default), little to no good tradelines, lots of collections & chargeoffs, recent evictions.