If you are fully committed to purchasing rather than renting, I would suggest to try and get into the best area with the best schools you possibly can.

Any realtors out there can suggest any and explain your experience with them?

Prior to diving in I would suggest a few things: I agree with @Kevin SobiloInvest in relationships and knowledge before taking the leap1.

But here’s the big question: what really makes a contractor stand out?

One suggestion to consider as I mainly do BRRRRs as well- find a local bank or credit union in the area you plan to buy that offers construction loans.

We also buy the rentals we lock up and offload some too so I'd suggest doing your marketing in the market where you want to build your portfolio. 

I don't think you have to go that route nor would I necessary suggest that in DFW. 

Replace the sofa bed by a sofa and reply to the review thanking the guest for his feedback and mentioning the substitution (somebody has suggested that maybe we could change the inside of the cushions.4.

I'm trying to gauge your level of experience as I want to make sure my opinions/suggestions about STL S8 properties relate to you.

It even gave suggestions on what I could improve based on what my competition is offering.Link to the operator in action is here https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C1uTqgWGfs3AMsUdDWd0FOTbVFM...Quick tip: don’t pay the $200 for this just yet.