If so, has anyone found an alternative path for STR in their multiplex?

It can also be safer to diversify your investment properties across the country.

But I don't know enough about TX real estate law to determine an alternative that would not require either the due on sale or refi, and I do NOT want to lose this ridiculously low rate.

Working with a good investor-friendly realtor would be helpful, but always keeping an eye open and looking for alternative lead streams never hurts as well.I hope that helps, but having contractors that you trust and being ready to move when the deal comes up should put you in good shape going into the spring.Good luck!

While simple tasks like patching holes and repainting can save costs, it's safer to hire professionals for jobs like installing recessed lighting.

Alternatively, if you want to connect I'm also a licensed agent for ERA Live Moore, seasoned investor, and have access to off market listings that might fit the bill for a first multi-family / house hack investment property.

There's nothing safer than Bitcoin in cold storage.The tide is going out, now we can see who's got the only pair of swim trunks...

Private lending is an alternative form of financing where clients cannot qualify for financing elsewhere.

It's a safer play for the first investment and you can see how the process goes then scale from there whether it be yourself or through the passive route. 

Alternatively you could do the same as above except you borrow your partner the other 4% to make you 50/50 partners but use a pro PM.