Some of the things you have described sounded like the structural integrity of the home could be compromised so it might be more then cosmetic things.

It's going wonderfully so far, and we are working on bring in another one online early next year.

Network with other investors by attending local meetups and online.

Personally a cash-out refi could help me get more quickly into all-cash BRRRs or a REI venture in Spain, however I don't know to what extent this is at the expense of rental cash flows, and what is the wiser decision long term.I've combed through posts online and looked for Excel templates to run some calcs and get a sense, but nothing really filled the void... 

You can also check their reviews online at Google, Facebook, or Yelp.

They have competitive rates and I’m familiar with their branches as well as their online platform.

I've setup new listings and integrations with Hospitable, Schlage, Pricelabs and other services.

Denton has suggested shortage of 4000 units right now.Some of these markets like Arlington, Denton and Edinburg have other demand drivers as a backup plan in case students shift to online or move away from going to college.

There is a ton of new/newer construction around there that has come online the last 2 years in the medical district and most of those buildings have had real challenges.

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