And when it is lower it is usually for experienced investors with a long track record.

This way you stay focus and on track with reaching your goals.

I find it extremely important to know and track your numbers on a consistent basis.

I think it would be great to track goals and progress plus allow us to be accountable to certain metrics.

Unless the amenities in a building are so good that they justify the higher rent (a result of you needing compensation for the high monthly HOA assessment) then consider looking at smaller buildings with lower assessments.If you buy into a healthy HOA that is well-managed then investing in condos can be a great strategy, just realize they you will need to stay on top of the happenings in the building and make sure that the HOA stays healthy and on track.

Will we arrive next month, next year, 10 years, no idea, but the train is on the tracks. 

If you use  any type of payment system your info is being tracked and reported.   

When the rent comes in just track it in an excel/google sheet. 

I connected with a For Sale By Owner listing in a neighborhood that I really love, and was successful in walking through the talk track and securing a verbal commitment!!

We currently track over 70 counties in the state of Texas.