When looking at neighborhoods the main test for us is would we want to live there for 1-2 years?

If you're buying a true investment property (meaning you wont live in it), FHA is completely off the table and Conventional/DCSR will require 15%+ down.

I love Dallas—it’s not only a fantastic place to live but also one of the fastest-growing markets in the U.S.  

Warning:If you depreciate a property down near zero and then have to sell your property at a loss during a situation of distress...You could end up giving all the proceeds to the bank AND owe the IRS a big chunk of money for recapture.Long-term tax planning with real estate needs to be coupled with risk management and making sure you don't lose any properties.

And then you argue with me saying that I don't know all the details (as in, well, these days even a man can get pregnant.)

We put 100% of the purchase price per the contract into escrow 2 days before closing.5.

People in my area live right next to train tracks and there are loud trains shaking the place at all hours.

Check numbers if you can live cheaper in a house hack vs renting.

I’m drawn to real estate not just for financial freedom but to build a legacy for my family while contributing positively to communities.

I put up yellow *you are being recorded* signs right next to the camera.