Without running numbers, I think you are looking at an asset that makes 8-10% over the next several years with an upside in the 15-20% range if you see high single digit/double digit appreciation.

Good news - most of these all function the same and offer about the same the features, except for OR.

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Hopefully this is not some news to you, but sellers are no longer having to pay buyer agent commissions, now is a Choice, which might be confusing, but there is nothing to worry about. still, it doesn't change the fact that to maximize profit, it's wise for sellers to offer a buyer agent commission, attracting more qualified buyers to the listing. and for buyers, the main change is the need for a few extra forms and agreements before viewing properties. 

Lee,Great questions and the good news is if you are going to target a primary home.

The good news is that it's going to be a lot easier to vet a quality GP in the next few years than it has been in the past. 

We've got BIG news that's going to take your renovation game to a whole new level.

That's wonderful news, as I may end up selling my house and then selling the lot to a builder using my house as a comparable sale for pricing

The good news is that Texas is a very landlord friendly state so that in itself lowers the risk of self-managing.

If the taxes still are not paid, the property must be advertised in a news publication of general circulation within the county stating that unless taxes are paid, the property will be sold at public auction and where and when the auction will take place.