Not a bad way to start, but if you can look for more efficient ways to close deals, that would be better.

but also, keep in mind that as much as SF would appeal to buyers, there's really been an uptick in trying to force it down sellers' throats. it's not for everyone. whether we agree with his logic or not, if he doesn't want to SF, he doesn't want to SF. it's a good tool to have in your toolkit, but don't waste energy trying to force it.

It’s sounds like you have limited capital at $10,000 but may have the time/energy to put a deal together? 

Some of my best contractors are ones who made mistakes early, but showed a desire to grow and energy to work hard, and therefore our businesses grew together.

Your time and energy are your most valuable assets. 

With agents that are in the military referral network, I would claim it's almost more efficient (time wise) to do that rather than holding a license in both states, especially with how far Texas is from Nevada.

Others may outsource services to private companies, such as maintenance or administrative tasks, to leverage specialized expertise or cost efficiencies.

Feel like you have a good basic understanding of the process...Just need someone who's done it before to help you get there faster with less wasted time, money, energy, and resources.

They contributed to additional stress, liabilities and spent energy and money at times throughout my ownership.

Because I automated 90% of my STR business to boost profits & efficiency.