Two items that are applicable are:“What happens to liens on the property after it is sold at a Tax Sale?

I didn't see where you captured the down payment you'll need to get bank financing, or the costs to close the purchase, as part of your initial investment.5.

He left behind some personal items and took a few of ours (it was partially furnished). 

I'm assuming the house and items on the property go with the sale?

Talk to a couple agents and see what items on those list you can improve to save on your insurance premiums. 

@Adriese Williams follow landlord tenant laws with itemized list for security deposit and invoice requesting additional amounts that are over normal wear and tear and depreciation for age.

When you pull their credit, go through each item and check to see if they continually have high credit card debt, if they have any 30, 60, or 90-day late payments, ensure they don’t have any judgments or collection items, and see if they have any large payments that will hinder their ability to pay rent.

Other items to think about would be your hold time.

Some seem to think people will tamper with them, if they are not individually packed, like you would get at a fast-food restaurant.Thanks in advance,Aaron No food items that aren't sealed and individually packaged.

You may want to rent it for 2-3 years and sell to capture your tax savings.One other option is to rent in TX when you first get there.