The 24.9% share is greater than the national average of 13.8%, according to CoworkingMag.The Austin metro had a 261% increase in teleworkers between 2014 and 2023, the report found, which is above the national average of 207%.https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/report-austin-leads-u...

You should find a lot of resources on BP but I think the most useful people to talk to would be MF builders and local officials in your target areas.

Ensure the sublease is explicitly permitted in a written agreement with your friend and aligns with local STR laws.

I can also put you in touch with local lawyers if needed.  

I completed an internship in commercial real estate, and I also attended a couple of local REIA meetings/networking events before moving to Northern VA.I was able to narrow down potential strategies, and I figured both BRRR as well as wholesaling don't seem to be the best strategies for me.

I would love to connect with the locals! 

Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of the screen and look for local investors or meetups in your area.

Should I find a local agent or use a lawer?

Local Houstonian here - Happy to connect.

Just focus on learning the local market, financing, and property management.