@Brian Hunsaker - get the Nolo's "Every Landlord's Tax Deduction Guide" book and learn how to track and take advantage of every deduction available to you.Even if you self-manage and TurboTax, you should have enough deductions and depreciation to minimize your footprint.

If you only have 1 year then quickly file thsi year’s taxes. 

Start with BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginners Guide (free).

We’ve developed a free zip code guide to help navigate the areas that I’d love to share with you if you’re interested.

Hey @Octa Sua, With all due respect, you are not ready to do a deal, so please DO NOT attempt to get anything under contract at this time.I don't mind jumping on a quick call to explain more about how the whole process works.

By this time, I was feed up with how long it was taking (and the multiple calls to AHS) and why their vendor couldn't quickly handle a simple item.

It is a quick and easy way to sort through a bunch of prospective properties.  

Thank you for any input Aloha Jess,  I did a quick peek of the San Antonio Market. 

I wanted to use my introductory post on Bigger Pockets to prompt feedback and advice on my current foundational plan from industry professionals that can guide me on my journey to success. - How can I maximize my strategy for investment longevity?

It ain't nice and does not settle things quickly, but it ain't a nice position to be in if they are in foreclosure.