Everything you said is common knowledge.

It could be some sort of skill set for renovations, design for furnished rentals, specific market knowledge, owner occupied loan products for a house hack, etc. 

I'm a foreign national living in Ghana, and I have some knowledge about Real Estate, though I have little experience.I would love to have a partner who could go in with me, to put up any cash that might be needed. 

With all the measures they have, it's never been an issue to my knowledge and the neighbors would let me know in no uncertain terms, as they had a poorly managed STR in the neighborhood previously. 

Asking to anyone who has experience, knowledge or connections in these southern texas markets, how has this or does it affect your real estate strategy and returns? 

It’s a huge move, and you’re already starting off strong by asking questions and soaking in as much knowledge as possible.

Considering your situation, it can be wise to keep your 9-5 job while you develop your real estate knowledge and network.

Any constructive advice would be much appreciated.There is a knowledgeable real estate attorney in your area commenting in this thread.

However, forgive my curiosity - I'm really just trying to soak up as much knowledge as possible.

The breadth of your knowledge is sometimes scary Marcus, I know you arent a Milwaukee native, but lord do you know this market!