That date arrives next week and I will begin the mortgage approval process on that day.I think it's important to develop a goal and work towards that goal every day.

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.