As a host, when I treat the expectation as a cultural misunderstanding, as opposed to spoiled guest syndrome, the whole experience goes much more smoothly. 

Is anyone investing in texas (in long-term rentals) that knows about this and has experience with this?

It isn't like this a condominium where assessments are paying for common parts of the building like the roof, etc.Prior to this, I didn't have much experience serving on an HOA board and have therefore relied on the management company for their opinion on certain decisions. 

Given you and your investor both have experience in different areas, I’d say keep a flexible approach and compare city requirements before putting too much money down.

I have no experience with this group but just visited their website. 

Anyone have experience with using Eclipse Capitol Group from Michigan?

My experience was mostly doing SFH/Duplex/Triplex etc. and had experience in larger multifam. 

No experience in Brooklyn but there are a lot of programs out there for rental assistance.

A renter for a stand alone rowhome is usually a different profile from a large apartment complex renter in my experience.

It happens, which is why I'm posting this story so others can learn from my experience.