Built in microwave, I would not.

@Robert StephensonIt’s great that you’ve built solid equity in your current rental property— Here are a few options to consider:Cash-Out Refinance: You can refinance your rental property and pull out some of the equity to use as a down payment for another property.

Once you’ve built some confidence and systems, you can start exploring additional markets.I personally focus on 2 markets that are about 20 mile radius.Make sure the market(s) you choose align with your investing goals, whether that’s cash flow, appreciation, or both.

I'm purchasing in Columbus with the mindset of holding for 7-10 plus years for a later exit with equity built 

I have a program nationwide that does NOT require GC to sign anything, only provide proof of 3 C/O's (certificate of occupancy) over the last year I.e. built received occupancy permission now unit is on market or habitable.  700+ FICO I can get you 80%LTC loan to cost on the project on ground up construction for 1-4 units. 

And the deals I didn't buy I sold to other investors and built up capital for the next buy and hold deal. 

For me TX is over-built.

Any other books you would recommend to someone completely new to real estate investing but who would like to build a solid foundation going forward?

House was built in 2005 (I lived in this house and rented it out when I moved back to California). 

Shopify might feel restrictive because it's not built for the complexities of managing properties or handling booking systems efficiently.