The flippers we personally work with in California have not run into this issue (as far as I'm aware).

What types of IRS/CPA approved payments are working well for rents to LLC entities to keep personal and business funds from co-mingling? 

Since you purchased your primary recently and in Houston, I personally am bearish on your appreciation potential.

I've personally helped many OOS investors here and they've been very happy with returns. 

Personally, I think I would stack some cash for a year or so while I did this. 

Obviously tough to give advice based on minimal info and no info on your personal situation.

Personal raise How did you add value to the deal?

I'm also starting off my own personal investment property journey with my husband. 

Market timing, properly acquired property, personal capital available How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

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