Local credit union.

I'm also from Brazil and I'm local to Stamford.

Beyond trying to connect on this forum would recommend look in the BP Meet up section and checking out local DFW FB RE investor Facebook groups as well as Meetup.com and Eventbrite for local events. 

My local REI buddy called today.  

Connecting with local investors or agents experienced in VA loan-friendly multifamily properties can also help.Good luck!

Local banks and smaller credit unions are most aggressive in this space.

Geographically locally where is your house in the landscaping?  

.✅ Hands-On Experience – If you plan to grow your real estate portfolio, managing tenants yourself can teach you valuable lessons about leases, maintenance, and local rental laws.✅ More Control – You’ll personally handle tenant screening, rent collection, and property upkeep, ensuring everything is done to your standards.✅ Stronger Tenant Relationships – Being involved directly allows you to build rapport with your tenants, which can lead to better communication and longer leases.Cons of Self-Managing❌ Time-Consuming – Dealing with maintenance requests, late-night emergencies, and tenant disputes can quickly become a second job.❌ Legal Risks – Chicago has strict landlord-tenant laws.

But I would rather rent it out so it could be our first/foundational rental property and we can continue to grow our portfolio.We've been looking to rent for a while now but with the local rent pricing it is just as expensive/affordable to purchase your own condo than to rent.

@Steve Meyers I’ve been running this with some success with a local cincinnati agent on 2+ units and nationally with a commercial broker for shopping centers.