Readers are advised to engage a licensed professional who knows their situation before relying on their opinion. 

When the market swings the opposite direction, you'll be ahead of the game.

@Troy WelchFirst thing you should have done when the BK was filed was engage a BK attorney.

This straightforward process allows you to verify encumbrances before considering a property investment.Alternatively, engaging a title company can offer a more comprehensive approach to uncovering liens.

We don't charge any  up-front fees for this and it shouldn't be necessary, but do watch out for the upfront non-refundable "commitment fee" or "engagement fee."

The PadSplit platform should be used as a resource/tool but please engage with the people in the organization.

I am looking to get into the real estate game early and learn as much as possible, especially about house hacking and possibly short-term rentals.

Unless you bought RE a few years ago, created equity via successful BRRRR, flip, or do a combination you're just playing the appreciation game. 

In my opinion, TXTing takes out more from you then actually bringing in - It often feels like a constant game of cat and mouse with phone carriers.

After reading so many intros of young, single, eager individuals, I'm hoping I'm not too late to the game!