Since you’re already networking and have some good realtor contacts, focus on narrowing down your investment strategy (like buy-and-hold or house hacking) and target markets with solid cash flow potential.

We are starting to hit our capacity with pulling data from reports and running some of the day to day operations.I would like to know what key people we need and if we’re analyzing the right data.

You will find like minded investors, vendors, private money…etc. good luck!

What is the neighborhood like?

In Texas, as a licensed agent, you’re generally required to use TREC-approved forms for real estate transactions unless an exception applies, like (I believe) leases longer than 1 year or where no TREC form exists.

I like the idea of using a HELOC for value add projects where you can refi in 12 months to pay back your HELOC.

Start by networking through local meetups, REIA groups, and online communities like BiggerPockets to connect with experienced investors.

Networking at local meetups and connecting with agents who work with investors sounds like a great strategy.

It sounds like you've gotten some solid direction above, but a few flags stood out to me in the above discussions and I wanted to point them out to help make your decision.- You mentioned this sale is tax free 121 exclusion, which is great, and seems like a solid start to your goal.- The townhouse you're moving into is currently a rental, but you plan to live there two years for the 121 exclusion.

Once the tenant moves out you are allowed to charge any amount you like.