If you buy right and learn to run your numbers correctly you’ll always have enough money to cover your bills barring an unexpected loss.

I also have diners, bars and downtown within a 2 mile radius.

Consider reaching out to the Texas Bar Association, local law schools, or your network for attorney recommendations.

The bar is pretty low for most real estate agents. 

The New York Times has an interesting article out about Millennials impact on the economy, but most interesting for us here ... 

This place in Shibuya looks pretty good, but they don't take reservations: http://en.southerntower.co.jp/dining/lounge-bar-so...We could also meet in the viewing lounge of my building in Ikebukuro, which is a great space and would be cheap (photos below):West Park Tower Ikebukuro 3-21-13 Nishi-Ikebukuro Toshima-ku TokyoI'm willing to go back to the original place as well.  

If you’re only requiring them to pass HUDS standards then your bar is low.

You'll find the bar has been raised considerably, especially since more and more STR hosts have pivoted to the MTR space with their properties.

I could really use some guidance on how to approach this.To provide some context, the building is in a premium location, with easy access to lakes, restaurants, bars, grocery stores, and public transportation.

I have since negotiated the down payment down to 15% at the same low interest rate so barring any major storm damage in the next couple of years I should have a good equity position once the light rehab is complete and won’t have an issue refinancing out.