If the answer is NO - DON'T INVEST THEREFrom my experience and speaking with investors who have been in the game for a long time - their success comes down to: buying solid assests in solid areas, holding onto them for a good amount of time, taking care of them, and finding tenants who take care of their assets.

You're already ahead of the game by educating yourself, so keep that momentum going.

I need to step my game up :)

The University related events can make or break a full year, so you really have to capitalize on Graduation, Parents Weekend, and home football games.  

Also, what’s working for you these days to stay ahead of the game?

With such a large and diverse population across Texas, I imagine different regions have unique real estate trends, demands, and opportunities.

SEO is a long term game that will take 12 months minimum to see any benefit.

I have started to steer away from Florida's tax certificates since the hedge funds buy nearly all of them for 0.25% interest and bumped all of the little guys out of the game. 

But if you are limited and want to get into the game, I say jump in but be picky. 

Real estate has been a game-changer in my financial strategy, and I’m eager to share my story and hear yours.