Sometimes paying a premium on a home also guarantees a higher demand in the neighborhood and with that may come a higher demand for a rental as well.  

Cost per lead (CPL) is crucial—it shows how much you're paying to get a potential seller or buyer’s info, and you want this as low as possible without sacrificing quality.

But mostly keep in mind that any property you find the local landlords already know about and did not desire it.

Bank financing is very tough for anyone starting out so HML is generally ( unless you use your own cash or cash in your network) the only funding there is.. the goal has to be though moving towards bank financing so you get the best deal possible.. right now I am at 1/2 point and 7% and my bank pays for my appraisals.

It’s generally better to pay taxes, especially if it’s preferential LTCG treatment and make a sound investment with cash that remains than defer and make poor investment decisions. 

Some events are free for members, while non-members will need to pay.

(in which they did)  then pay the price, or another tennant will🤷 You made the claim that your tenants were now "happy" to pay a $400 rent increase.

Pricing in DFW probably means you wont live rent free,and will have to pay your fair share of normal rent, but you also get 3 more people contributing to your loan paydown and you get to keep the appreciation.Buy hey...maybe I'm wrong....go talk to a local bank or credit union near where you live and get a term sheet from them for financing. 

Most agents paying for leads are inexperienced, which is why they need to pay for leads.Look for an agent with a minimum of 15 years of active experience.

That's on me, my other properties are in good shape, this one was always out of mind.