I would analyze the market, understand the target demographics based on comparables, and decide from there.

I’m struggling to find anything which is frustrating…..my aim was to buy somewhere early in 2024 but I’m analyzing a lot of deals and coming up short.

Keep us updated as you analyze deals and how it works out for you!

BrightInvestor offers a ton of market data and property data like crime heatmaps, appreciation rates, income data, and even off-market deals with automatic skip-tracing, analyzers, sales comps, and rent comps. 

Appointments take at least a week, then several days for them to analyze their coverage, then you go into a queue for one of their required contractors - all while the tenant is without heat, water, etc.The sewer & water line program offered by the DWSD can be useful if you haven't already replaced those lines. 

Ironically, it normally takes more work than you are doing right now because you have to keep your day job, build a team, find an area to invest, vet vendors, fill out mortgage applications, put in offers, analyze deals, etc...

Analyze Texas and Oklahoma markets for rental demand and ROI.

Share examples of pitches that led to successful funding and analyze what made them effective.Discuss mistakes or pitfalls that can turn potential lenders away and how to avoid them.

Also, make sure you talk to a local Realtor who can analyze the market for you and tell you what you can expect when you try to sell. 

Any calculator or rental calculations that you recommend for Duplex or SFH to analyze if they're worthy of buying for positive cash flow?