Looking to network, buy first rental property in Dallas DFW area

[Jerniel Diaz]

Hello BP members!

After doing some research, it looks like I'd like to start my investing opportunity in the Dallas Fortworth (DFW) area.  I was looking to get into a 3/2 house or possibly duplex, with a budget of 30-100k.  My goal is to acquire 2 rental properties by the end of the year in Dallas.

For the current investors in the DFW area, I was wondering how the market is there?  My agent said that it's difficult to find decent homes under 100k that meet the 1% rule.  She says that the housing market has gone up, but the rental market has stayed the same.  Is that true?  And are there perhaps certain neighborhoods I should look in/avoid?  Any help would be appreciated, as I am the type that does not forget those who have helped beginners like me and will gladly return the favor in the future.  Thank you so much.