Many of the mistakes made were avoidable if only the investor had followed some basic solutions prior to committing to the purchase.

That's the solution phase.  

Also reading "the complete stories of Sherlock Holmes" - just a different way of looking at things to help me "SEE" solutions and not just Look for the problems.

Unlikely that you'll learn what you want by trial and error in a reasonable time frame, either.That being said, keep your money in your wallet for a while until you have a well thought-out, sustainable investing strategy and plan.

I dont care if it takes 20 years, i'd like to continuously make progress while working towards building something that's sustaining for both my wife and myself long term.

As retirement edges closer we are definitely looking at this as a possible income solution, we just need to manage our finances well so we can do the same thing again, albeit with a conventional or other than VA loan since that's tied up - hopefully with a better class/larger "twin home" type duplex so we can owner occupy for awhile and not be cramped. 10 years with 4 of us in 1000 sq ft has certainly been a lesson in patience!

I can offer my passionate enthusiasm, dedication, research, and creative problem solving design solutions in a real estate venture.

I have been working with Gregerson Solutions for a long time and they have always done a great job on my account.

I am sure there are HML there and if not, someone in your REIA has a solution.

Denver, and GVR particularly) and the pendulum swinging back to more sustainable housing pricing.