That is the goal I've set for myself and hopefully with BP's vast amount of information and helpful members will help me get achieve this goal of mine. 

I'm fired up to be a part of this site, share in discussions, and contribute some valuable information that can help you achieve your financial goals through Real Estate. 

I would network with people who are already doing what you would like to achieve in your market.

I personally wouldn't lend money out to others at this point until you have your desired monthly income reached for what you want to achieve. 

So, keeping LOs and MLOs under 36 months doesn't achieve your stated goal.  

Both units are equal with 800sqft.Rents:Unit 1 was rented for $750, lease expiring end of April.Unit 2 owner occupied, my property manager expected $950 on rent, I calculated for $900.So for both units I expected to achieve $1800 in rent, and hoped for $2000.

Also I'd recommend you peruse this book list https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/1...after reading them, you may have better idea as to the best strategy for you to achieve your goals

Best of luck on achieving your financial goals--and be on the lookout for passive investment opportunities right here in your Northeast Ohio backyard that could help you achieve those goals!

Those price/rent ratios you are getting out of state are pretty achievable here in the DC area.

I like the goals you've set out for yourself and think they are more than achievable, as long as you are willing to put in the work.A few other guys on this site (Tim Gordon) and I host a meetup each month in SD at a different active investment property.