To set the stage, I am currently growing my rental portfolio with the goal of getting 3 additional properties by the end of 2018.

I don't know much about those communities but ill definitely check them out.My goal was to stick in Watertown/Waltham and was thinking of checking out Revere/Malden/Chelsea but I've never thought to look South of the city, and now will.Jay

- what were your goals?

Our goal is to secure properties (amount tbd) to help supplement our retirement.

I currently make ~$250k/year in salary, and my ultimate goal is to replace this with passive income. 

You need to understand the deeper, emotional component beyond their surface-level goals.2.The power of referralsCurrent investors referring you to their network is a great statement about you and puts you well ahead.

Here are my numbers:$62,500 mortgage $540/month for mortgage payment, taxes, and insurance ($6,480/yr)$675/rent ($7,425/yr at 90% occupancy)$80 cash flowMy overall goal is for retirement so I am happy with covering all expenses and not taking any money out for myself. 

Hey there, I’m a new investor currently collecting info on various properties in the local area and wanted to get y’alls thoughts...If one is just starting out investing with the following goals:-$5k/month cash flow within 5 years-multi-fams / single family / apartment buildings I have a combination of accumulated personal savings and over $200k available in the form of a HELOC (debt free home)What are your thoughts on buying a few multi-fams/single fams vs buying the biggest apartment building I could afford?

Hello Brent,Before we can give you sound advice on your situation we would need to know what your goals are.

Our goal for the year 2018, is to purchase 5 units in the Philadelphia for Buy & Hold investment.Thank you.