I'm going off the understanding that you still need to spend 500+ hours in the business to achieve material participation (please correct me if I'm wrong). 

Understand the fees involved and calculate the total cost for an entire year of management so you can compare the different managers.

If you like to be risky with your capital maybe try putting it in some index funds, crypto, or stocks that you believe in and understand and then take it out when its made a good return and then use it for the downpayment.  

My wife and I are out-of-state investors exploring TX.We understand the TX market has been taking a breather but we love the strong fundamentals.

You really want someone that invests in their market themselves and understands the numbers.

They either don't understand your laws or they don't have good policies in place.

The tenant understands that the property of the Tenant is not insured by the landlord for damage or loss of any kind (action of third party, fire, water, theft, vandalism, storm, heat or cold, electrical damage, pests, mold, accident, etc.), and the Landlord assumes no liability for such loss.

I am hoping to learn more about how investors analyze their deals and make decisions, as well as looking to better understand general real estate investing.

They’ll have a deep understanding of the market and a strong network, which can help you identify the best opportunities.Owning rental property isn’t as simple as it might seem.

Here are some tips to help you negotiate effectively:Know Your Numbers ColdBefore entering any negotiation, understand the financials of the deal inside and out.