Long term Texas should remain strong for multiple strategies. 

It can't be too strong cash flow if replacing some appliances put you into negative cash flow (I assume you meant deficit, and truly didn't mean defecate).

Network with investors, analyze properties regularly and build a strong team early.Good luck!

I am a strong advocate for their effectiveness allowing you to do substantially more with your money. 

You're not going to know the whole city from one visit but you may be able to identify and drive one or two strong "buy" locations for yourself.Best of luck!

The market we are in currently is ideal for such but we need the initial capital and assets (rehabbed) to begin execution on the model. 

Quote from @Chris Watkins: Quote from @Chris Watkins: Quote from @Eric Lee: Hi all,I'm looking to acquire my first rental property and am strongly leaning towards a short-term rental while doing a MTR for off-peak seasons.

Property owners are almost always named as a defendant, at least initially.

Tulsa offers a fantastic combination of affordable housing, a growing job market, and a strong sense of community.

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