Cost-benefit analysis needs to be done.

The benefit to the seller is that they get 0% down deals with lower than average interest rates for commercial deals (Seller carrying 25-50% note at negotiated 0% interest) and have theoretically infinite returns with 0% down.

What benefit does this provide them?

My suggestion is to focus on loan paydown, property appreciation, and tax benefits rather than the cash flow or lack there of from the investment.

You'll likely find many in this community willing to share their knowledge, especially with a mutual benefit like that.Start by reaching out to local real estate investment groups or networking events in DFW, as well as connecting with folks here on BiggerPockets who have experience in your target market.

It’s always refreshing to see a community where people are eager to share their knowledge and experiences.Regarding your plans for financing, have you considered the benefits of working with a specialized lender?

So, what I do to satisfy both the financial benefits of utilizing leverage AND the psychological benefit of being debt free is I only have mortgage loans in which the property is the sole collateral with no liability to myself or my entities.  

He ended up keeping it as a rental, but what tipped the scales for him was the rent appreciation potential in his specific neighborhood and the tax benefits of holding onto a property with a great interest rate.

And I feel the ideal portfolio can benefit from the diversification of both.I feel directly owned properties are great because they give me maximum control and the ability to tweak them exactly how I want.

This arrangement can benefit both parties if structured properly.Hard Money Loans: These are asset-based loans provided by private lenders.