Just purchased our first investment property!

[Joe Garro]

Hello BP Community!

My name is Joe, and I live in Round Rock, TX.  My wife Tawnya and I have been contemplating investing in Real Estate for years, and just last month purchased our first investment property.  (A real nice Single Family 4/2 home in great area in Round Rock, TX)  We both have a great deal of interest to continue to add properties to our portfolio, but are taking things one step at a time, and I'd love feedback or advice on anyone who's willing to share.

Furthermore, we are currently still trying to get the house rented without the aid of realtor to start (as we'd like to avoid the typical one month's rent fee) and I've read and utilize advice from other BP articles. (using cozy, zillow manager, and craigslist to greatest coverage)  I know it's a difficult time for rentals being so close to Christmas, but any additional advice is also appreciated.

Thanks!

Joe