@Brandon Turner, interestingly, the blog post you linked me to (the case study on buying a small multifamily) is one I had seen before, and it inspired me to actually sign up here!

Even just a first hand experience i would very much appreciate.The birth of my son, who I will finally get to meet next month, has inspired me to really pursue a dream with a lot of determination so I can give him the world.Thank you

You might get inspired to go that route.

Any help, advice, motivation, and inspiration would be great.

Now I am inspired to do some homework!

His books are very inspiring, but lack much "how-to".

You are an inspiration to us all with your hard work and optimism, thank you.Bruce

We currently have a couple of SFHs and small Multifamilies (fourplex/duplex) and was inspired by the BP podcast about the small apartment buildings and the benefits it provides.

I could go on, on , on...but just a tidbit for inspiration...The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in time of comfort and convenience but in times of challenge and controversy...MLK Jr.

From the inspirational speakers, you are what you believe you are.Why not in parallel start doing for yourself what you quest for on the job?