And if you're not already using the same paint color on all properties, you should start and you can thank me for this tip later.

Have you already started connecting with any local professionals, or are you still searching?

I would like to start connecting with lenders, attorneys, realtors, title companies, and all other professional in the SATX commercial real estate market.  

These start failing after 50+ years, causing lots of backups and problems.

The meeting starts at 6 pm CST and members and 1st-time guests are free. 

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

I am however looking to start a rental management company in my area.

I’m trying to get my real estate investment career started here myself. 

It's pretty easy to see that real estate proces peaked around 2007-2008 and then crashed during the Great Recession.Around 2011-2012 prices started to recover and got back to their pre-Crash highs around 2015-2016, but really 2018-2019 when adjusted.So, why are newbies reading books written BEFORE 2019 and thinking that you can still successfully invest using the EXACT advice in these relatively "old" books?

Selling and exploring a 1031 exchange could make sense if you can find a deal with stronger cash flow or faster equity growth, but the key is comparing your current return to what your skill and experience could generate in another investment.Here to help,Jorge