Blow all the money like a rap star?

You will never convince me that real estate is not a path to change your stars in America. 

I am hoping the new Majestic Star Casino and the new Penguins arena project bring some life to Pittsburgh.

One star, would not recommend to others.

@Mat Trenchard...try 5 Star Graphics dot com or Patriot Web Designs on ebay.

My VA's are rock stars, but I focus on good-quality leads and use weekly metrics to make sure all is working properly

@Mark Gallagher is a rock star agent there and I think 300k gets you a pretty nice place in a nice part of town all within easy driving distance of NYC.if your going far afield and have to fly then I like Vegas.for these reasons.1. weather  No winter issues at all.2. stucco houses tile roofs easy maintenance3. huge renter pool billions upon billions of new construction.4. landlord friendly5. some of the lowest property tax's in the US this gives much higher purchasing power for the same rental income as cheaper areas with higher prop taxs. 6. easy to get to and fun things to do when your there.   

Hi,I'm looking for some feedback from the Bigger Pockets community.I'm looking for a Property Manager to manage a rental property I'm buying in Texas (my first).I found a local Property Manager with a stellar reputation on Yelp - dozens of 4- and 5-star reviews, and very few complaints.

I'm new at this, but so far reviews are 5 star.

I have no backup plans if something were to ever happen to me and I can longer work to provide for my family...it's my worst nightmare and I need to do something about it.The reason why I joined BP is because I actually read an article this morning on Yahoo Finance titled, "This Reality TV Star Wants to Teach You How to Flip Homes -  for a $34,000 fee," stating at the end of the article that BP is one of the best source to network and learn about REI.