Fascinating reading for anyone who wants an up-close look.But I also agree with others that $2000 / year probably isn't going to satisfy folks who want to be "wealthy." 

It has fascinated me that these people were getting $3600 for each one of these units and it's been driving me to want to do the same.

Attempting to view real estate as any other investment and use a financial calculator to provide a result may only give a false sence of security.The practice of real estate is an art as much a science.

Real Estate Investing is a numbers game mixed with a business plan, once you are comfortable with the numbers, and you stick to your plan, it's not rocket science.

RE investing is not rocket science.

For all my whining in my first post, this is fun and very educational.Just looking at 7 or 8 properties with my knowledgeable RE agent was fascinating and a great learning experience, as she walked me through the steps and pointed out what to look for and avoid.

Make sure you got the flip down to a science before you risk it all.

Building science can get a little harry, but that's the simple answer.

Given the lack of MFH in the area, the comps were sparse so it was more art than science.

HaizlipThis is completely new to me, but fascinating.