I wonder if you have heard of this being done in Portugal?

I wonder if there is a way to web scrape for when a new realtor is hired or passed exams in the area so that I could hit them up immediately.  

I wonder if anyone has heard of 711 Rescue (https://711rescue.com/) and can let me know if this kind of company might be able to help the LPs in case of imminent foreclosure. 

I have been told to stay away from lease options in Texas.

If a HELOC isn't an option due to Texas laws, you could consider a cash-out refinance with another property or a portfolio loan, even if you want to keep your current rate.

Its all a learning process. if they can continue to pivot and make adjustments, when necessary, they will do wonderful.

.: @Bryan Christopher just wondering, since it's been 3 months, if you bought him the fridge or sent him @Mike Dymski's ice cubes? 

Being a NYC resident (originally from Long Island), the price of entry in the area is on the higher end, so I've been considering some options in the NY Capitol region, as well as NJ and CT.

Maybe being a limited partner with some of the really good syndicators out there is an option to this route. 

If you are hoping that this property will stand on its own with you living in it and not having to put your active income into it, then it might not be the best option for you right now.