Enter me.Being terribly deranged in a nice way, and eternally optimistic, I make an offer.

I've managed up to 400 rentals and never offered a concession.

He is versed in all things REI and was even a guest speaker at the local REI meet-up a month or so ago about all the different options he can offer.

Typical renovations include:Cosmetic Updates: Painting, flooring, kitchen and bathroom upgrades, and landscaping.Structural Repairs: Fixing any underlying issues such as foundation repairs, plumbing, or electrical updates.Efficiency Improvements: Adding energy-efficient windows, new HVAC systems, and better insulation to increase the property's overall value.The goal of the rehab phase is to increase the property’s market value while making it an attractive place for tenants.

You’ll be surprised how many people are afraid to offer 10-15% off asking when the buyers would at least entertain such an offer. 

Are there any central Texas builders out there that can offer me some guidance with these concerns? 

There is an offer to buy but if I include everything I've spent over the years, mortgage P&I, taxes, insurance, HOA, and recent repairs, I will just break even.

Typically, conventional loans backed by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac are eligible, while government-backed loans like FHA or VA loans often are not.

Owning a STR is not like owning a typical house, even a LTR.

For the first 10 houses (all residential single family homes), we would get a typical landlord insurance policy and our properties are owned in either my husband or my name (not through an LLC).