That said, I highly recommend speaking with a local professional in the DFW area to get insights tailored to your specific goals.

It’s worth reaching out to your local tax office to explore options.

.• That the grantor/mortgagor was insolvent at the time of the execution of the deed.An estoppel affidavit (executed and acknowledged by the grantor/mortgagor, attesting to the fairness of the transaction, the consideration exchanged, the value of the property, and other factors showing an intention to make a genuine transfer) or a recital (inserted directly in the deed) are supporting documents used to forestall challenges to these transactions.State law and local title standards must be consulted in regard to the consideration and treatment of deeds in lieu of foreclosure.What a GREAT post!   

I'm a local wholesaler, STR investor and generally curious real estate dude. 

THANKS Your local credit union might be your best bet.

You can get that from your local S8 office.

You can also check out local Facebook pages in the markets you are looking in.

Hopefully, this is a useful example of what’s achievable with out-of-state investing, even with no local connections. 

There are also some locally I think through the AAR, I would reach out to them but if not I am happy to help!

I've found deals in local online groups on Facebook, simply asking people for what I want.