I did not come to get criticized on how I know this or get told it is impossible to know or to go to stocks.

I would appreciate actual alternative suggestions rather than a simple criticism of my methods.  

2) What is your criticism of some of these stories you may have heard that are similar?

The vetting process for RE attorneys is critical for success in both the short term and the long term.  

I know the master suite is going to be critical to getting top dollar.  

Setting an accurate rehab budget is a critical component of the strike price calculation and the uninitiated would be well-served with an expert's opinion.  

., getting your deed may be a real problem so it is critical to have it placed in escrow generally with an attorney who has bulletproof escrow instructions).  

Keeping up with the minimum monthly payments as they come due would be critical, because if you missed a payment it could result in the terms changing and a jump to a higher interest rate.If you decide to go ahead and do this.

Your income will increase with each positive income producing asset you acquire or control.If you have 10 assets with a current positive cash flow of $300 per month each & over time the debt is paid down & the net income increases to $500 per asset or more, you will have reached your monthly income goal.Yes you will have repairs & capital improvements, that's why it is so critical to buy correctly & make sure the properties support themselves.  

Living in Northern CA and being able to clear 6 figures on a wise purchase,  making a few hundred per month per door is not very exciting unless you can achieve critical mass quickly.