Your PM should've got the rent agreement approved by section 8 before setting up the inspection and then signing the lease contract with tenant.  

After buying the duplex, how much money should I have set aside?

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@Eric Brauer  There is really no set rule.

Set yourself up for success with a really strong first property.

By doing thorough research and planning, you can set yourself up for a successful house hacking experience in Houston.

Agent Compensation Promotion: While agents can promote buyer agent compensation on their websites for their listings, it cannot be offered on the MLS or any collective/shared environment.These changes are set to go into effect in mid-July 2024, subject to court approval.

Set up separate company to "master" lease hard to lease rental units2.

Nine times in 10, the truth shall set you free, and real life contains sufficient true facts to make it work. 

Get set up with a hard money lender then pay an experienced rehabber a consulting fee to make sure you buy the right deal at the right price and oversee the rehab.