Whichever strategy you choose, ensure you're adhering to IRS rules about prohibited transactions and working with experienced professionals to structure deals properly.Regarding non-recourse hard money lenders in San Antonio, I don’t have specific recommendations.

It has a free version and in the event you'd like to upgrade once you obtain more properties, the monthly cost is extremely reasonable. 

The squeaky wheel wins in development so I'd recommend you staying on all communication with the city so that you can see the communication and push as the owner.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Someone recommended a small lending company to get a mortgage for a buy and hold property.

This is what I recommend to new investors who contact me asking if these numbers look good. 

Any recommendations on Houston REI groups that meet in person or virtually?

In this era of increased rates, obtaining properties that will produce a good return are harder to find and often involve quite a bit of work.  

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Eventually, after finally admitting he could not obtain a loan, he failed to return my capital, and completely stopped responding just long enough until the banks were unable to reverse any payments.