I would be so much farther ahead if I started with the systems and tools KW offers.  

I'm certainly already learning a lot, and I look forward to utilizing it as a tool in my business.  

I'm starting out with a few grand, some tools, a truck, and the freedom to get after it full time.  

The issue now seems assembling my power team. 

There is no guarantee that the next tenants will be better or get along better.Examples:Operation, Maintenance, Storage, Alterations to Premises: On a continuing basis, tenant agrees to: Keep premises in a clean, neat, and sanitary condition; no parking, storage, or accumulation of debris on lawn or yard.Not store non-operating vehicles, nor boats, RV’s, motor cycles, trailers, firearms, equipment, tools, hazardous materials, liquids, paints, fuels/oils or chemicals on premises without landlord/agent approval; no waterbeds

They are just as bad as cars - after they're off the lot they lose a hefty % of their value.I have been doing land home deals similar to @Curt Smithand do everything in my power to close under 20K and put under 10K into them before renting out the homes - eventually establishing credit for the tenant and selling it.  

~$1800New Paint & Carpeting throughout ($8800)Replace the front porch deck boards ($3500)Power wash vinyl siding & roof ($500)Minor landscaping to clean up outside yard and minimal landscaping around the front and side ~$1000Extend the deck from the sliding glass door to the side kitchen door with one set of stairs entering the kitchen door (roughly 6-12 linear feet not including the steps) ~$3500New stove and dishwasher ($1200)I included a miscellaneous cost for anything that may come up of $5000.

Lower monthly payments increases purchasing power, which in turn, puts upward pressure on prices.  

I have been perusing the BP forums and blogs for some time and will definitely continue to look here for tools, tips, and tricks. 

5 properties is pretty ambitious, but if you can do it more power to you.