How’s everyone doing ?I’m very new to this but I’m proud to say I am now an investor, I just haven’t invested in anything yet. I plan on taking a few years saving my money and learning as much as I can about real esta...

Just because someone has experience doesn't mean that a local meetup would not be helpful.

The best next step is to define your investment goals—whether it's house hacking, long-term rentals, or flips—and start networking with local investors in Houston.

You may want to network with other investors locally through your real estate investment club.

Try meetup.com or google your local real estate investing groups.

Local credit unions are good for LOC's as well as other local lenders.2.

Since you’re managing a Section 8 tenant and taking over property management, focus on understanding local regulations, lease terms, and effective tenant communication.

By capping the taxable value increases for homestead properties, local governments may need to compensate for the lost revenue by increasing taxes on other types of properties, such as commercial buildings and rental properties.

From what I’ve gathered, it’s crucial to connect with local agents and attorneys since they often learn about foreclosures before they even hit public records.It also helps to keep an eye out while driving—homes that appear neglected or have been vacant for a long time often signal a pending foreclosure.If you're considering this strategy, be ready to move quickly.

Since you’re focused on buy & hold multiplexes, consider networking with local investors, refining your underwriting skills, and researching markets with strong cash flow and appreciation potential.