I think the main points would apply to you as well.STR is great, as long as you go into it with eyes wide open and reasonable expectations. 

Given you're in Texas and don't have a state tax return, it really opens you up to work with providers nationwide. 

I’m a licensed agent in Indiana and Georgia but open to advice and insights from anyone, anywhere.Looking forward to learning, connecting, and growing with this community.

Credit Karma has a fantastic "score simulator" tool that you can use to project credit score changes (paying off balances, opening a new card, using an old card that has not been used in some time, just paying your bills on time for 6 or 12 months).

Fortunately the Master bedroom at the time was the one that was open.

You need to connect with people, form trust relationships, learn from others in your area and you'll be surprised how opportunities open up. 

If you're open to expanding your search some time in the future, I would recommend checking the Columbus OH market.

But will also DM you to get your referrals.To answer your questions:1) I agree with your suggest of Sole Prop and I am open to that. 2) REPS is hard for me.

But my impression is that many landlords skip this, I was in fact asked point blank by maintenance management during the repairs process why I opened up this proverbial “can of worms.” 

Relocation in June, possibly to the Coimbra region, but still very open.