We are beginning another documentary about sustainable design so we have started to research for things here.We look forward to talking with many of you.

When I was first looking for such a location, I developed the following criteria:Sustained profitability - The property must generate a positive cash flow today and into the foreseeable future.Likely to appreciate over time - Properties appreciate in locations that have increasing demand, which is the key driver for sustained profitability.Located in an area where you can make money and business risks are low.

I think everyone is hopping for that $3k per unit rental income which is not something that can be sustained in the long run IMHO... some of these areas are no Zurich!  

If you want to build sustained wealth do buy and hold rentals.

This is definitely doable if you can thread the needle of rents supporting the low down properties and you can sustain two mortgages at once.   

There will be goals beyond that, but not all will be dependent on real estate exclusively.Initial goal: 2-6 unit property that will meet sustainable cash flow objectives, possibly obtained via FHA 3.5% down payment - obtained within 6-18 months.

Although rents have been increasing quickly in the last year, I'm not sure that will be sustainable three years down the road.  

Use of the invaluable tools available through social media in particular BiggerPockets, Tweeter and Facebook.Join a local real estate investment group to network with other investors.Establish a solid foundation to build a sustainable REI businessComplete 1st deal by end of June.

Despite recent blips in some neighborhoods, it doesnt have a track record of sustained appreciation and recent gains have come off of historic lows.

My properties did not make any money this year but also I did not put out my pocket additional moneies to keep it sustaining. the properties were bought that it they ROI around 25%-29%My Partner and I purchased the 6 units, have a partner who owned 6-7 duplexes before me.