They’ll advise you on what moves you should make so you can make the best possible decisions throughout the buying process.Bottom LineThe key to a successful homebuying savings strategy?

If they like the unit and want to move forward I send them an application through MySmartMove to get a background and credit check.

Buy a quality property, stay away from the hood, rehab it as if you would move in, take your time picking a tenant, you'll be find.

Starting your real estate journey with a house hack in Austin is a smart move, especially with its strong rental demand and appreciation potential.

If you ask the manager to justify a fee and he starts hemming and hawing, move on or require them to remove the fee.

Having lived in IN for 8 years before moving to Austin TX, I believe this city offers great opportunity now and much potential.

I expect there will be many more issues with these transactions moving forward. 

I look forward to learning from all of you and your experiences (good and bad) and connecting with like-minded people.Hi @Lauren Merendino, welcome to the BP Forum! 

Then just ask: Hey, since you moved out of state I was wondering what your intentions were with this house.

When they move out, I can access their account to charge for cleaning and repairs.