There are quite a mixture of posts on this thread with a lot of important points to consider. 

I'm very passionate about real estate and what I do, and what I do, importantly, makes sense financially (I'm a great credit risk!)

But there are obviously other factors involved there.So I guess what I'm saying is don't let the number of buildings influence you too much.The 2br vs 1 br thing I think is a very important issue.

Then, and most importantly, follow up with them and provide value. 

I do have a few SFH  and a tri- plex so I'm not completely green to real estate and land lording but still have a lot to learn.My main questions are what parameters/ numbers are most important when considering a deal?

No, marketing is important for sure, but white papers don't help with any of that.

@Terry Moll, now you know: equally important to find your fund source/s first!

I realized how very important it is to invest ones own money and prepare for retirement my goal is to become financially independent.

And both values must be calculated using software so it isn't any harder to determine their values (besides deciding your safe rate and reinvestment rate).I appreciate the importance of IRR as a form of training wheels since the concept is already difficult to grasp; someone learning shouldn't try to jump straight to understanding MIRR.

What's important to me is low commission splits, no hidden and extra fees, and to work from home without mandatory meetings.