There's so much information here on BiggerPockets as well as the podcast and books and other websites, books and blogs too that are either free or very cheap. 

Seems like a lot of folks prefer SFH, but I bought a Townhouse because it seems like it is easier to maintain (HOA covers external, landscaping, and neighborhood amenities).

By searching for and discovering active Facebook pages, Instagram feeds, and Twitter feeds, you’ll connect with active investors and real estate agents that you never would have known otherwise.Run Facebook Ads and Promoted PostsFacebook is one of the most powerful websites in the world.

If you go to your counties property appraiser website, you can find the process and forms.

No, I'm sure you didn't, especially on a website monitored by the FBI, FTC and others.

Having a solid contractor who can give you bids helps for sureLessons Learned:I have had a couple of clients out of state not fly out and see their property in person & then be disappointed about some things after closingGeneral Tips:I'm sure you are well versed in the Dallas Fort Worth market but this is a nice little tool to have https://www.areavibes.com/ this website gives you a nice overview of streets and zip codes and a total livability score. 

@Matthew McCarty At the beginning of my investing career, I was constantly looking at websites like Zillow and Redfin to see what houses are selling for so that I have a good feeling on the market I picked.

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(MLS/Realtor.com is propogated to more than 30 other websites.)David KrulacBigger Pockets Podcast #82  

Most people who buy in Costa Rica do it for lifestyle and they might rent (or not) to cover the cost and maybe make a little profit.Unless mentioned otherwise, when responding on that topic I know or I have assumed that people are potentially interested in an investment property, not a lifestyle property because this is an "investment" website and people talk about STR.