More questions, more authenticity, the more your confidence builds too.

Using David Green’s Core 4 strategy (realtor, contractor, property manager, and lender) makes me confident to invest anywhere.

And arguably I think most would prefer a management transfer period as well, I'd say 2yrs, because you've been self-operating so i don't want to fumble around int he dark to sort what "system" has been used.

But I am ambitious, self driven and a life long learner.

I have owned iand self managed all for 8 years.As for point 1, I agree there is a higher demand for Gatlinburg, but it isn't that high to be called ground zero.

This minimizes risk and lets you build confidence as you gain more experience.

In my case, I have residential rentals in one LLC, commercial properties in another, self storage in a third, and my real estate company operates in a fourth.

Albeit your self employeed which I get it there is a certain amount of freedom to that..

All North DFW has the highest appreciation while South DFW will be giving you the better cash flow.If this is your first rodeo, then I would suggest to be close home if you are also planning to self-manage.Then the age of the properties and access to highways.

Pre-approval for a mortgage and self-managing your first property can help you build momentum.Good luck!