Does anyone have some solid advice for achieving this goal? 

I had some friends that were achieving success and that inspired me to move forward.

In a few short weeks of posting my wife and I had arranged a sit down with a local agent/investor to discuss our goals and ways of achieving them.

I have it set up so that it makes getting a mortgage feel like a video game - Not quite "Achievement unlocked!

My question is how to achieve appreciation in my market.  

Upon closer calculations, would have to offer $85,000 less than asking price to achieve cash flow of $100/door goal.  

The downside is that it takes an inordinate amount of time and dedication.What you'll need to determine is how much is appropriate or "fit-for-purpose" for what you are trying to achieve in your real estate investment goals. 

If you buy a $1,000,000 property, you'll have to achieve 6.38% in appreciation just to break even.

What would either option lead to in terms of achieving that goal?

Hi, all.I have a great money guy (I send him my cash and he invests it, achieving great returns since 1997), a great tax accountant, and a great insurance adviser.