First investment property in DFW

[Marie H Park]

I am trying to find something within an hour of Plano (this is near Dallas) for 100-250k. I have 70k to work with which includes emergency cash.  Our credit is in the 800's, we are debt free, and I'm studying for my real estate license. I am also open to investing out of state but I would prefer something near me. I know it's a crazy competitive market right now but I would really like to get started.

In the 13 years we've been together, my husband and I made it through cancer, CPTSD, 11 moves, career changes, paid off 6 figure debt and had 2 beautiful girls despite being told we would most likely never have any. Health is wealth, and life is never guaranteed. For these reasons, we're really motivated to get started. Thank you for your time!

Would Melissa, South Dallas or Garland work?