Learning the basics of property-related tax on your own can be helpful, especially if you’re interested in the long-term benefits of real estate investing.

I have looked at some of the mentorship programs out there, but am hesitant because most are preaching the same basics that I'm already familiar with, and more importantly not familiar with the local market of where I live.Would like to create some relationships with wholesalers, realtors, etc., that are familiar with Houston and it's surrounding areas. 

My office HQ in Houston was basically a zombie.

What is the cost of an HVAC system vs. a heat pump vs. forced hot water vs. baseboard and what is the cost to the tenant? 

Basic pricing seems reasonable at around $30/property/month, but that’s clearly their basic pricing with a bit of nickel and diming as you add in additional capabilities: 1.

For example, electrical is original from 1960, there is no central AC - heating it through baseboard heaters

What that means is that if you win, they let you win and they didn't want the property of they bid you up.These are the basics, but I think you were way ahead knowing it's not ripe to be an acquisition pipeline.

Of those how many are 2 bed + home office or 3 beds, basically  suitable for a household earning $150K? 

This is basically only in 2 wards and the alderman have the ability to make zoning and land use decisions for their specific ward, but the whole thing is counterproductive.  

And the first property was a house hack where I rented out bedrooms to cover mortgage, while living there for basically free.