Welcome, @Chris Doloughty let us know how we can help you achieve your REI goals.

I'm looking to achieve 6 properties within the next 3-5 years so I can retire from my current job and manage my investments full time.

Bret is right on, a "comp" is a comparable sale, just to add a bit.Comps must be selected based on time of sale, location, style and comparability to the subject property, the subject property or "subject" is the one you are comparing the comps to.An ideal comp is a sale within three months and within the same subdivision, or within 1 mile.

Being that the Feds' are involved, lets say they achieve warrants and freeze assets that they have located.

The 2% are going to be achieved by you putting out bandit signs, newspaper ads, etc. stating that you buy homes fast.

The V2 would seem to have great appeal in my local market, as they feature clean, European styling and a variety of desirable options including the possibility of multi-family units.

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Seems to drive a wedge between myself and friends so I stopped talking about my achievements with them even if they ask.

He has an Economic Confidence Model that in the past has been pretty accurate.I of course hope things improve and government stops spending money and printing it like its going out of style.

A lot of this depends upon your own personality and negotiating style.