See the chart from Fair Isaac Company (FICO) below: FICO Score Pct of Population Default Probability 800 or more 13.00% 1.00% 750-799 27.00% 1.00% 700-749 18.00% 4.40% 650-699 15.00% 8.90% 600-649 12.00% 15.80% 550-599 8.00% 22.50% 500-549 5.00% 28.40% Less than 499 2.00% 41.00% Source: Fair Isaac CompanyAccording to this chart, investors should use corresponding vacancy+tenant-nonperformance factors of approximately 5% for Class A rentals, 10% for Class B and 20% for Class C.To address Class C payment challenges, many industry "experts" are now selling programs to newbie investors about how Section 8 tenants are the cure.

Its a lot of money to put into someone who's new to their life or the industry.

I would recommend that you get out to local meetup events, as that is where you will make the really deep connections to help you get rolling. 

Frisco might be the new downtown, so people living in Frisco probably go to Frisco for shopping or events. 

They host regular meetups, workshops, and networking events that attract investors across all levels, including those focusing on multi-family and commercial properties.

So you can sleep at night, consider having at least 2-4 month mortgage payments, taxes & insurance set  aside (in the event you unexpectedly have difficultly in the future finding the right tenant.)3.

There are Bigger Pocket events you could look into as well.

You will lose one of the best benefits of the real estate industry, appreciation.

Affordable Entry Prices: Both Oklahoma City (OKC) and Tulsa offer properties well below your $200K-$300K range, making it easier to meet your cash flow goals.Landlord-Friendly Laws: Oklahoma is one of the most landlord-friendly states, which simplifies managing your investment and dealing with tenants.Strong Rental Demand: Both OKC and Tulsa have stable rental demand, especially in areas near colleges, hospitals, and growing suburbs.Job & Population Growth: OKC, in particular, has been experiencing job growth in energy, aerospace, and tech industries, contributing to a growing rental market.

With $330/m in cash flow, unless you have sufficient reserves set aside those funds should remain as liquid as possible in the event of repairs or cap ex.