But I mean I know there are $150k properties out there in the Midwest and I believe $200k to $250k properties are also attainable with all factors considered - imagine with 3.5% down payment through FHA loan, you only put down $8k to $8500k. 

Hey @Leah BatesFirst things first: congrats on SMART(specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time-bound) goals!

Pulling out cash flow in the beginning will only slow down your growth and delay goal attainment.

And that is that real freedom requires wealth, and in a capitalist society the only people who can attain that are entrepreneurs and investors. 

Visualizing Reprograms the Nervous System to Attain GoalsUsing mental imagery helps to program the nervous system, and impacts attention, memory, motivation, confidence, and self-mastery – all extremely important factors in achieving what you want in life.

However I fell short of attaining my first property in 90 days due to lack of education.

Intentionally deceiving someone, in the hopes of attaining financial benefit, is fraud.

Now Im about to start the process of attaining my real estate license in the state of Texas and using the income from my real estate agent career to fund my future investing, but Im also so excited to beging building my business that I don't want to wait.

I think your goals are very attainable and it inspires me to do more.

I'm sure Grand Junction and the western slope can use the more attainable housing, just like everywhere else!