These properties often have systems with about ten years of life left and are situated in neighborhoods with appreciating property values and rental income.The cash flow from a property largely depends on your down payment.

I'm spending at least 20-25 hours a week "managing" Suncoast Property Management. 

@Doug KirkTo own 8-10 properties in 3-5 years, consider aggressively buying multiple properties or starting small and paying down debt quickly.

What would be the best use or strategy with a 75K HELOC to fund an investment property? 

This either provides opportunities to invest in more real estate, rehab a property(s) or for personal use.You can also sell low performers to do the same.

I have purchased six properties.

Once you come up with a entry price point,Overall strategy and goals, then it’s just about finding the best available property on the market.

I used to dread the thought of managing my rental properties.

This involves purchasing a property with 1 to 4 units using an owner-occupant loan.