Dallas-Fort Worth’s got a lot of people looking for rentals, so demand’s high... but finding a solid deal is key (from what I read in the WSJ).Let me know if you need any help!

Read some books.

I'm reading up on books and articles on how to do this but sometimes it's easier to join social groups or talk to people close to me that have done it before.Right now my goal is to get pre-approved for a loan and to learn from others.

Good share @Henry Lazerow - I read through the whole thing since I actually live within in that Chicago pocket. 

Read the book Long Distance Real Estate investing by @ David Green.

Stuart ,   I really enjoyed reading your reply to Dave.

@Ed HoffmanThere are tens of thousands of posts on here about this specific topic that I recommend you read

Search for it and read.

I would say 80% of homes at inspection have some evidence of insect or rodent droppings somewhere.The way I am reading what you are writing is that this is not a mold problem.

You can also search Google and read reviews.