I focused on what created the most cash for me.

They are usually non-negotiable.And I agree with @Chris Clothier about the focus being on the cash flow and why plan to sell in 5 years?

Everytime is a good time to buy if you get a good deal.I would focus in on your goals, and what returns you expect for a deal.THEN look for those deals and buy one if you find it.Yes its getting a lot more difficult, we personally are finding it a LOT harder to find deals we like. 

Our firm's primary focus is to assist Professional Management Companies in the Multi-Family Industry.

I guess I’m just looking for a place/route to FOCUS on...as a beginner.Thanks again for reading/responding.David Q.

I guess I’m just looking for a place/route to FOCUS on...as a beginner.Thanks again for reading/responding.David Q.

Focus on why he has let an asset sit there and collect dust and create no revenue.

This might be the “sensitive” verbiage as there is a such a focus in this country right now on who’s a citizen and who isn’t ???

You are focused on the wrong numbers, no offense.

they would be focusing or larger deals like apartment buildings and commercial buildings, not SFH.