I graduated with a degree in construction management, moved to Dallas Texas to work with a large construction company building projects anywhere from 30 million on up to 1.2 billion.

RE Brokers in the area are a key team member as they should know the area, good rental areas, and they will be a good resource for rentals (possibly, if they deal in rentals).

Start with one close to home where you can learn and build a team.

I don't have enough details to know whether it's a good move for you, but I think my numbers work out better when I'm the lead.

What action can you do now, TODAY, that moves you even 1 single inch closer to your future? 

Any insights, tips, or recent experiences would be greatly appreciated as I plan my next move!

Quote from @Craig Parsons: This would be a comp per comp move.

We were initially looking out of state for a potential move and or investment property just because the property taxes without being able to homestead, plus high cost of insurance, and harsh weather on homes made me feel like it might not be worth it.

A good coach can move you along a lot faster and with less headaches.  

That said, you deserve a management team that treats your properties with the same level of care and attention as they would for larger clientsI’ve heard from other investors that finding a great PM company can be a game-changer.