You save SOMETHING because you make 26 payments (or 13 regular payments per year instead of 12. ). 

There is a local group of individuals that gets together regularly, though, WI REI or something like that?  

Look at small multifamily homes with high rent potential and get a regular loan to skip PMI.

I might be able to get a regular loan instead.

Also, if you are interested in me reviewing your current coverage for holes or gaps in coverage, I'm happy to help with that as well.Insurance can be written VERY incorrectly, especially with investors, so do your due diligence and speak with a broker who knows and works with investors on a regular basis!

Here are a few tips for managing a rental in the DFW area:Screen Tenants Thoroughly: Conduct background and credit checks to ensure reliable tenants.Understand Local Laws: Familiarize yourself with Texas landlord-tenant laws to avoid legal issues.Maintain Good Communication: Establish clear communication channels with your tenants.Keep Up with Maintenance: Regular maintenance can prevent larger, more costly issues.Consider Eviction Procedures: Be prepared for potential evictions.

Sounds like Hunter will be able to give you great advice, but if you want to hear from a regular investor who's not an agent or PM or lender, I'm happy to chime in.

Not sure how Las Vegas operates but when I get a code violation of any sort I get certified mail delivered to my personal house and multiple other regular mail attempts. 

@Denise Evans  Modern smoke detectors start going off regularly if they aren't replaced after 10 years so why do 1 year batteries, I do the 10 year batteries. 

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