I basically want to see how you guys do business when choosing your sub-market/neighborhood and analyzing deals so when I head back to TX I can move forward.

Same basic requirements as FHA, you must live in the property for at least 1 year and can but up to a 4 unit property. 

The principles why most here will tell you to house hack are spelled out in that book.

Warning: Googling will get you a basic definition but no real practical knowledge or understanding.

Being a novice in this area, some of these questions are probably too basic for some.. 

That's basically where I'm looking now.

Some safety basics: Keep a safe distance between the grill and the building.

I am basically a newbie, so I don't know if title companies have access to other records in addition to those at the courthouse, but they may have more info available to them.Are there any members out there who can help answer @Benjamin Cowles question?

They're basically brand new propeties.

I’ll make $190 a month on it, not counting principle being paid down and 2-4% appreciation every year.