What kind of resources do you recommend for finding a good first choice? 

The articles show the devastation done by the lack or poor business practices of the IHA. 

Others are responsible with their budget and can stretch a dollar.If they are excellent renters, I would offer them the option to renew and let them make the choice.

On paper returns, look excellent but when you put it into practice, you don't seem to get the same kinds of returns. 

So if the LP's have enough cash they simply pay the loan off and own it free and clear.. but the size of the deals are so large raising cash to pay off debt simply is not realistic at all so if the property goes into default your junior position investors find themselves wiped out.Further more thats why a debt fund like Chris has can be a good choice for the very conservative investor..

@Rishika Garimella I am a local home inspector and investor in the area. i think Austin is a sleeping giant right now. the rates are really scaring away buyers. but since competition is so low right now, its a great time to snag some property while its not being ripped apart by investors. i think the hutto manor area is a great choice, once that freeway opens up that connects taylor to round rock, it will definitely become a point of interest.

In practice, this could mean 5 extra days that no rent is collected.  

be smart make the right choice

While it's more expensive than Ohio, it's still cheaper compared to California.Additionally, consider the practicality of traveling to your investment market.

They may be regulated, they maybe aren't.A Credit Union is a good choice for funding.