As long as we are abroad, we've been thinking about getting a small RE portfolio to build long term wealth and establish some ties around Portland or the Albany/ Corvallis area.

Hey All,I am looking to establish relationships in the Columbus area as well.

However, I would like to expand into auction houses and other forms of property searching.I'm currently interested in working with someone who will help me find and appraise deals as well as work around liens, violations, and financing which are typical of foreclosed properties.I'm interested in networking with just about anyone in the industry who can help me gain more insight on the business and wants to establish a long term working relationship.

Anyone working a regular job who is living paycheck-to-paycheck or  month-to-month, and without any substantial savings is taking a huge gamble. 

While I am not one to gamble, I do think I have a lower risk aversion than others. 

Observe how many have turned toward establishing academies and mentorship programs.  

It is actually the only form of payment that I will pull from my first several properties until I have established a substantial slush fund and the ability for the business to acquire more properties without my personal financial contributions.

Yup that was the definition of gambling..

But you can go from 10 unit MF to 50 units fairly easily given that you have established a track record and experience.Personally, I would rather have a 10 unit MF netting $200/unit than 2 SFH netting $1000/house. 

(Usually 6 months in my experience) The property will then not go against your income because an established rent will be shown in your checking account.