In my short time here I have learned so much and it's amazing how many people are willing to share their knowledge.

As for the state specific nuances to the process, you are better off speaking to someone who is experienced and knowledgable and is wholesaling in your state.

It's called Fraud by Inducement.OP does not understand how most wholesalers work.. its common knowledge that wholesalers do not use full disclosure to secure contracts not all but most..  

The increases are not strictly about creating more profit for a Landlord, but rather more often than not, they are necessary to keep a property in good condition (including good financial condition), meet safety standards, and ensure a comfortable living environment. 

You’ll find plenty of friendly, knowledgeable people willing to respond to your posts.

Anyone have any knowledge with the Housing Community Department?

But we field calls several times a week from investors who fell into this trap.One very knowledgable and successful guy is @Travis Biziorek take his advice seriously. 

When you have the income and the money saved up, get yourself a househack, then you can worry about investing into real estate using the knowledge you learned from those books. 

You are buying experience and knowledge.

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.