I pay a real estate agent for listing properties and I handle payments through Rentec Direct app.What is the rate that should be paid for property management (partial PM as described).

Whatever approach aligns with your goals, I would hook up with a solid team focused on that investment strategy with the experience behind them—no need to pay your dues if someone else has and you can learn from them. 

Since Texas is a tax deed state, you gain ownership at auction, but the previous owner has 6 months to 2 years to redeem it by paying your bid plus 25% interest (in year one).

Hello BP,The Producer Price Index (PPI) is a valuable metric to monitor, as it measures inflation from a business perspective (what businesses pay for services/goods) that isn't always reflected in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) or "inflation" which is commonly discussed in headlines and among other investors.

It said this is pursuant to tax code section 23.55It said I can protest in next 30 days1) Does this mean we have to pay taxes and interest for prior 3 years?

My parents had to stop paying the mortgage and I could feel the stress radiating through the home every time I visited.

One of our residents was robbed outside of this property and we ended up paying for the resident to move out and sold this property.

I'm thinking if I ask the tenant to pay the other half, I'll probably need to make an amendment to the lease to reflect that.

There are people who have an entire business helping you set up and design a STR relatively quickly (3-7 days) depending on size of home and complexity but you are going to be paying a bit of a premium but you do save on the headache.

Buyers don't look for financing and its foreign so they don't jump on a forsale listing on zillow.I've had the best (only) luck with zillow rental adds,   starting with the pitch;  rent to own, live in a great home while you pay off owning it.