Obviously if you have NNN most of the repairs will fall to the tenants and not to you.

I am a Broker Salesperson in the Jersey City/Hoboken area with over a decade of experience and have worked with many investors. 

In the next 5 years, we have 2 twin span international bridge projects, a new hospital, and the expansions of the university and college.

I'll let the rest of the peanut gallery take it from here. 

As you're just starting out in Austin, focus on learning the local market, particularly areas with good rental demand and lower entry prices.

As I see it, the only ways that real estate pays you well in the first 3-5 years is low to no leverage or a strategy that requires more work (short term rental, mid term rental, rent by the room, etc.).  

It's most common in the north-east.I assume you'll hire a home inspector.

@Brittany Myrick Welcome to the New England area!

Execution truly is the missing piece for so many.

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