Hey Jaedon - Have you considered exploring DSCR loans?

With substantial equity in your Fort Worth rental, a cash-out refinance could free up funds to purchase additional properties.

Additionally, how many calls does it typically take you to successfully close a deal using this approach?

If you’re open to exploring nearby markets, like northwest Georgia or north-central Alabama, you may have an easier time finding properties within your buy box.

This sounds risky, are you being compensated by additional rent and have you checked with your insurance to ensure you are covered. 

Section 8 would tend to carry higher repair and as a result, additional vacancy.OP’s definition of cash flow is rent minus piti.  

I'm assuming architect fees, GC fees, Real Estate commissions, and of course interest on your loan ... but just curious as we haven't really dealt with any of those additional costs for our builds. 3) What market are you in and how is the market doing overall?

Once you have cash in hand, you can unlock the unit for 24 hours and let him move his stuff out.I would also consider charging an additional deposit of $500 or something, just to prevent him from leaving all the trash or stealing your refrigerator.

After that's under control, focus on increasing income through additional work at your current job, taking on a side hustle, or finding ways to increase income on your existing rental.At the same time, educate yourself.

I’d recommend a consultation with an attorney specializing in these, in addition to an accountant.