If you aren't changing at least one small detail you are probably doing it wrong or not fully engaged, in each update session. 

., "I will buy at least one single-family home, duplex, triplex, or fourplex before the end of 2019") and then do it.

I will still sign up for it as it seems to be one of the main sites dedicated to traveling professionals.

Start by analyzing cash flow and market demand for each property to decide which one to rent out.

I currently own one home in NY as LTR, one STR in SWFL but am looking to expand my portfolio.

Not sure how many PMCs you've had bad experiences with, but we'll take exception to:"Then do a thorough research on tenant applicants (note: leaving this to a PM may be hazardous to your financial health)".BP seems to have more threads about screening mistakes by DIY landlords as opposed to PMCs.Now, if you'd have mentioned Maintenance, you'd get no argument from me:) Even the PMC industry acknowledges maintenance as one of the biggest challenges.Rereading my post, I kinda see how I sounded negative toward PMs.  

If your goal is day-one cash flow, the current high interest rates will make it very difficult.

I have been to the DFW area a few times but not specifically to these northern suburbs, but I know that DFW is one of the fastest growing metro areas in the country with a robust economy, and I expect it to keep growing.

Some investors will wait until they have several properties before forming an LLC but it's often beneficial to set one up early especially with your first property.

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