A few things that may be helpful to you here on the Bigger Pockets website as you search for a team to support your first buy:You can set up keyword alerts so anytime someone posts about any of the markets you're targeting, or the niche you're seeking, you'll be notified.

I’d narrow your search to one maybe two max and seek to build relationships with the tips @Theo Hicks provided.It pays to be a player in the market so breaking in will cost you more at first than those who have been there before you.

Should I have a title search done before I buy a tax deed (not a certificate)?

Not sure what the state of the Nashvile Reia is but I'd certainly start there along with simply searching for people in Nashville on here. 

That's a great path to growth.A few things that may be helpful to you here on the Bigger Pockets website as you search for a team to support your first buy:You can set up keyword alerts so anytime someone posts about the market or specific neighborhoods you're exploring, you'll be notified.

Best of luck in your search for a new home. 

I have looked online at the benefits and it looks like it’s the right move, but am not too familiar with the process?

How has your search gone in the DFW area so far?

Since you're going to live in the property, I would keep your property search focus to the type of house you'd like to live.  

Note: I am aware of online applications like cozy that makes sure they fill out and pay their background/credit check but the applications for those types of software doesn't cover everything I want to ask and Brandon suggested paper applications is the way to go so it being my first rental I'll follow his advice on that but I just need a robust way of doing it.3.