With careful planning and market analysis, Dallas can be an excellent place to grow your portfolio.Good luck!

I am from out of state so wanted less maintenance in the short term while I build my portfolio and grow to the point where I am comfortable hiring a manager!   

Atlanta is a strong multi-family market with a diverse economy, a growing population, and increasing demand for rental properties.

Cities with growing job markets or universities can be great places to start.

With that said, I've done some research on the market and found the following information helpful in my considerations for Phoenix that you might find helpful as well:  Demand for both buying and renting property remains high due to the city's strong economy and growing population. 

Hi Dave, welcome to the real estate worldCollin, Denton, and Grayson counties are great picks with growing demand and strong rental potential.

I noticed quite a bit of mold growing up the walls, but didn't think too much of it. 

Where to go from here, how do we truly grow.

@Arun MaheshwariFrom my experience of working with over 400 investors, Richmond, Texas, is a promising location for single-family home investments due to its growing population, suburban appeal, and proximity to Houston's strong job market.

As the economy shifts, there will be new ways to grow your portfolio, but success will require staying nimble and informed.Bessent’s commitment to cutting the federal deficit involves a mix of spending cuts and revenue adjustments, which could directly affect government-funded housing programs and infrastructure investments.