Or are there other methods you’d recommend that could align better with my goals?

You might also look into learning about BRRRR (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat), a popular method for scaling a portfolio.Network Locally: Engaging with local investors and attending meetups in markets like Dallas or Fort Worth can provide insights and connections that are invaluable.You'll find that momentum grows quickly.

However, their lease is up in two months, so I would only focus on non-renewal for now.In my book, I explain methods for removing tenants without evicting them through court.

Hey guys,I have read a number of articles and books about the BRRRR method.  

@Mitchell RosenbergAnother approach is the elimination method.

That way, you can get your foot in the door, start building equity, and stay at home a bit longer to save more money.You could also consider the BRRRR method where you buy a fixer-upper, rehab it to add value, rent it out, and then refinance to pull your cash back out.

Brandon Turner outlined this method in one of the older podcasts and there are previous posts in the forums.  

If you figure out another method.   

Once you have that amount of units (leveraged), focus on paying those off via snowball method.

My answer, yes I currently am buying a $165,000 property in Phoenix (not listed on the MLS) using one of my methods to find, using only $5,871 plus closing costs of my money.