As an agent, you are really going into business as you mentioned for yourself with an added layer of support though.

Looked at HELOC on the rental, but is not allowed in Texas.Will probably apply for a 0% APR CC for a lot of expenses/material , but still need cash for labor/ vendors.Looked into personal loan , but 2 banks stated loan can not be used for investment property.

I've been looking into going with the route of section 8 (or housing choice voucher).

As you start closing deals, you will need to reinvest your profits into mailing lists and other scalable activities to grow your business.

I myself was duped into investing $5000 (unaccredited) into the fund and will now no longer be able to liquidate any portion of my shares.

Would you rather her destroy your property, your insurance deny the claim and you're out all that money you just put into the rehab?

We have full time professional jobs and children so getting into heavy rehab or flipping is not an option.

A duplex is a great way to start because that renter will help with your monthly out of pocket costs and it's a convenient way to get into real estate investing.

I was wondering what are some good areas to look into for investing.

Are you looking into certain investment strategies to begin or certain markets?