Outside of real estate I am in the construction industry, in Commercial / Residential Roofing.

How will this change the industry?  

You are in the right spot to start making things happen!

Manufactured homes is a great industry.

Some states require a long formal court process, during which time the person in charge (executor or administrator, aka personal representative) may have certain interim powers to sell real estate before distributing to heirs or beneficiaries.Other States make it possible to get a single court order distributing real estate to heirs or beneficiaries without the need of the lengthy interim (formal) probate.Still other States permit a really informal, simplified method of transferring real estate from a deceased person to their heirs without court involvement.Hence, you you've got to know the State, the basics rules for that State and what's required to purchase in order to know when the sweet spot to market to a probate seller is.

Also, look into ULI which is a development focused industry group, and likely has chapters in Austin and Houston.

I am trying to enter the real estate industry with a rental investment property.

Oftentimes, a direct line to the owner is the biggest challenge.I'd be prepared to make an offer on the spot BUT I'd also be prepared to take things 1 step at a time.

Plus, it’s easier to learn and perfect your processes on cashflow properties because they provide an income cushion for any mistakes you might make.Looking at the Greater Toledo market, there are obvious cashflow areas, but what about the appreciation spots?

I have spent the past several years studying market trends, analyzing potential investment properties, and building a network of industry experts.I'm specifically looking for a fellow investor located in the New York area who is interested in collaborating on initial buy and flip projects.