The goal is to buy a property that can pay for it self and still have living space I can use when visiting and to have it before the next summer Olympics in 2028. 1) what price range?

Yeah exactly I was shocked that it fell under owner and not common area. 

While cases like this are not as common as the media makes it seem, even 1 of these horror stories is too many.Ok.. rant over... 

I'm not the best at math so am using, what I think, is a more common sense approach, but seemed to make sense to me.

Make it a goal to attend at least 2 a week. 

I signed up as a pro member a year ago, but just now making a new member introduction.My main reason that I am finally making an introductory post is that I am signed up for the May Rookie Boot Camp and assigned myself preparation homework to do some networking on the BP forum and to make an occasional post.My goal is to find my first cash flowing real estate deal in 2024, so this introduction is my first earnest effort to get out of my comfort zone and start connecting and learning from the voices of experience.Sincerely,Joe

Id love to help you get started on your investing goals. 

Seek professional guidance from experienced agents, property managers, or investors to identify hidden gems, negotiate favorable deals, and navigate the complexities of the real estate market more effectively.By employing these strategies and conducting thorough due diligence, you can increase your chances of finding cash-flowing properties that align with your investment goals and financial objectives.

Once you've done that I'd start with determining the goals for the investment that you're trying to make.

As long as you're comfortable and committed to your goals, you'll be well on your way.