You're probably 24-48 months of focused effort away from changing your financial future.I have nothing to sell and would be happy to help if you think that I can be a resource.

This site has been instrumental in getting me from 0 properties to where I am today. 

(Starbucks / yoga studio / craft brewery /boutique cookie,coffe or ice cream shop  are the easiest targets)-Activation of dormant retail sites-Increased foot traffic For B to AAbove also apply-Home valuations (are homes in the increasing at rates above nearby or similar neighborhoods)-Is it walkable or are projects in place to make it highly walkable for residents-Is it near highly desirable activity centers -is it unique (for example - Can it get historic designation)

RE Brokers in the area are a key team member as they should know the area, good rental areas, and they will be a good resource for rentals (possibly, if they deal in rentals).

Just wanted to introduce myself and enjoying the Bigger Pockets site and forums.

Additional resources and tools via brokerage.... 

I see no value in it for evaluation.Realestate.com has always been a good site for accessing properties, but they do a poor job of evaluation. 

Please share any helpful resources, your personal experiences, and what you have found to be valuable with every transaction.

I just want to get the management side of things right if I were to commit virtually all of my resources to it.Best,Dustin The rule of thumb is somewhere between 80 and 150 units is when you will need FT maintenance (depending on age and amount of deferred maintenance). 

Most values for this metric on this site are like 0.70% (Watertown NY for example).