That way you have them in your back pocket when you find the right one, and generally lenders can move a little faster to close the deal once you're already pre-approved and in their system. 

Lastly, don't be too hasty to move out-of-state until you have some experience. 

When I would get to the refinancing part, how does this work in my favor in terms of getting money out of this investment and moving onto another one? 

For example, your tenant will change their cat's environment by moving to your apartment.

The costs of starting an LLC vary depending on the locationI personally think putting your investment property in an LLC is a great move for protection. 

Couple of days ago a tenant complained that tile grouts were missing and tiles were moving in the kitchen area as attached.

The Austin metro was among the hottest destinations in the country for where people were moving last year, according to the latest annual ranking from U-Haul International Inc.Austin ranked No. 5 among the top U.S. growth metros in 2024, and Texas was the No. 2 state for move-ins — bested from the top spot after three consecutive years by South Carolina, according to data released Jan. 2 and Jan. 3.The Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington area took the crown for the top growth metro in the recent list, followed by Charlotte, North Carolina (No. 2); Phoenix (No. 3); and, Lakeland, Florida (No. 4).

You are working a demanding corporate job but also want to build rentals on the side.

Is it worth moving forward? 

The actual mechanism for moving the LLC would be best to consult an attorney or tax professional.