But the quicker you bring one in, the easier it will be for you of course.

You might get quicker answers for there by reviewing some of the best STR options in your area on Airbnb and then finding the hosts or co-hosts offline to ask questions.

Paying down a mortgage quicker gives advantages if you believe the appreciation outlook is high because the debt pay down will give you more benefits when the property appreciates.

You're looking in the right place because TX is going to appreciate much quicker over time but the cash flow won't be as much since the taxes are higher.

I'm a real estate guy so take my advice with a grain of salt.Still, here is my simple thought process and maybe you agree:Stocks go to $#@% first, then the economy, and lastly real estate.There are opportunities like this only once every 10 years or so where amateurs like you and me can do really well investing in stocks no matter what stocks we pick (As long as they are big conglomerates in the S&P 500).Diversify between 10-20 companies and hold for 12-24 months, if not longer.Sell and gain 50-100% on your invested capital.Invest in real estate (Buy and hold properties).Here is a chart of every 20% decline we have had in the last 100 years and the returns within the first 12 months when the market does finally take off and go bull.It is my belief that you can grow your wealth much quicker in this current climate by investing in stocks.However, as I mentioned above please take this blog with a grain of salt because I usually am the dumbest guy in the room and don't claim to be any smarter today then I was 12 years ago.

Do you want markets that cash flow better or that appreciate quicker over time? 

You need to stay in a home for at least a year, so the sooner you buy the quicker that clock starts and the sooner you can start saving to buy the second or third.

Here’s the essence:•It’s about making market analysis quicker and more insightful.

I wouldn’t worry too much about cash flow, you have good income so you don’t really need it and you’re in a good appreciation market where you can build wealth through appreciation quicker than cash flow.

If you are wanting a quicker ROI I would suggest flipping a few deals here and there to get the cash quicker but with that you are always on the hunt for your next deal