I managed a low end apartment block for several years. 

That means learning how to vet a manager.

Been with a handful of property managers during that time.

Networking with Canadians who’ve invested in the U.S. and finding good local agents or property managers will also help a lot.

Hi @Gil Canfu definitely there are many places in DFW where you can invest in a good rental property.I am not sure where you are at, but if self managed you should start in cities with good proximity to where you live.All the corridor between Princeton to Saginaw has good deals but there are many others things to consider as I mentioned previously.

I manage and own some STRs. 

I do not have 5 layers of management that make my rates higher, no lender I work with pays for my office space, licensing, benefits, marketing department, compliance department.... 

I am also planning on using a property manager as I have an 8 - 5 full time job.

Because you live on the property, management will be easier.

Wrong Property Management ApproachIt doesn’t matter how good the people who are doing the property management are, if they are not using a property management approach designed for co-living, everyone loses.