Your biggest goal right now should be getting a decent W-2 job (assuming you don't have one yet, but if you do, congratulations again) to justify both your college debt and additional debts to secure real estate.

(Don't worry, I'm not asking you to give them up or share; although, please feel free :)  I know that what may work incredibly well with one type of investor may clash horribly with another so, I'm looking more for the how and the whys.For example: What questions did you ask potential property mangers or contractors to help you determine that it was a good fit for your leadership style?  

You may meet someone who invests in the SC market.It looks like you have a nice goal of investing in a property in the next 180 days.

That should get me to my planned goals this year, and I evaluate every quarter (every month, really).M me or contacts me if you have any questions, and I should be able to shoot you in the right direction.Good luck, and you've chosen a great path!

It will be the starting point that leads you to your ultimate goals. 

At 40 years old, ideally my goal is have 10 properties (or 20 units) within 10 years.

What exactly are you looking for in terms of advice, the process is fairly straightforward and if you plan on living in the house the only criteria really is does it fit your needs and your budget

My goal is to live-in one side, then after the two-three year period for FHA, move out and continue to generate cash flow.

Speculation on appreciation does not fit my investing for income business needs. 

Question 3: As a newbie, I know it can be subjective to one's goals to a fault, but if a general percentage could be given, what's a good ROI to aim for when investing in your first property?