I provide a lot of good information about accomplishing these important goals.

My goal is to build a solid understanding of the basic principles in real estate investing such as property valuation, financial analysis, executing a deal, etc.

Do you speak to your fellow employees about your real estate goals?  

What are your long-term goals in regards to REI?

The initial goal was to purchase properties with 2-4 units that we can fix-up and add $20-30K in value to. 

I have been looking into House hacking a MF and my 2yr goal will be adding a few more doors under my belt.

I recently gave up a FT position at my job (I work occasionally as a sub now on the weekends) to focus more on real estate goals. 

My long term real estate goals for this area are to be influential in helping figure out our low income housing crisis here, so it would be awesome to connect with any like minded people.

I think you'll find your goals may change once you jump into real estate.

My goal is to find a property that doesn't need such complex repairs.