R.E. historically appreciates about the same as inflation(3-5%), except when external drivers are in play.

Driver around all the streets and look for vacant houses.

He was a truck driver for over 20 years.

Just like lending money to family, don't lend what you can't afford to just give and don't get mad if they don't pay it back.

This will allow me to know if there is any fraudulent activity.I require renters to send me a copy of their drivers license and they pay a $300 security deposit.I still mow the grass myself even though house is an hour away because I like to check on things but I could easily outsource this and rarely have to visit property.Homeaway takes the payments, maintains a calendar and website with pictures and details of the property.I wanted to offset the ownership of a lake house, then very quickly it started paying for itself.

The Mueller redevelopment has been a strong driver for property values in the area, and looks to continue that momentum with restaurants, Mueller's first bar, and the Alamo Drafthouse all being added either recently or in the near future. 

Driver around all the streets and look for vacant houses.

Becuase business is the major economic driver of a nation.

Driver around all the streets and look for vacant houses.

The difference in work is going to be your main cost drivers.