But it will not be even close enough for him to retire on in 7-12 years when he hits retirement age. 

List all in addition to yourself including approx age : __________?

@Carey Lilly, in this day and age, you really don't need a local accountant.  

I'm also your age and in the process of going into real estate full time, so reach out of you'd like to chat sometime!

Our score is only 740 after buying soon to be 9 properties plus 2 refiannces in 4 years at the age of 27.

hey i have been investing in buy and hold and buy and renovate for the last 6 years, and now IM ready to invest in property in the US where the returns on rent are better so i have the best chance i can to retire at the age of 30

Three elementary age children are listed as occupants on the rental agreement as they occasionally spend the weekend with dad.

First time poster here,I've been reading/listening to Bigger Pockets for a few months now and finally decided to commit myself to posting.I found my start in the real estate field at the age of 18 when I acquired a summer job as a leasing agent for a property management company.

Since you're also interested in investing I'd look at things like % of rentals and vacancy rates (if you'received thinking buy and hold), DOM and % of list as well as % of expireds (if you're thinking flips), as well as economic factors (major employers, age brackets in neighbors) and level of stability there, quality of school system (include charter and privates, if applicable), and walkability of neighborhoods.

For maintenance I allocate 10% to 15% of gross rent depending on age and condition of the property.