I would suggest shadowing an experienced broker, learning the ropes of the business, and challenge yourself to do the hardest files.

Any suggestions if i want to do a smaller amount?

I'd suggest connecting with local real estate agents and lenders can provide valuable market insights. 

While I haven't personally experienced a tenant causing major fire damage, here are a few thoughts and suggestions based on what I've learned from the BiggerPockets community:First and foremost, I hope everyone is safe and unharmed.

To begin, I suggest deciding on the method you wish to pursue.

I suggested doing a master lease listing me as the master tenant and then I would sublease the rooms to his current tenants.

I would suggest adjusting the price based off similar comparable units in your marketplace simply by going onto Zillow, or other similar sites, and seeing what is moving and what price point that is.

Plano is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, which has seen steady growth, suggesting potential long-term stability.**2.

I'm wondering if anybody has experience with sectioning off half of the closet and locking it?

I always wonder what can I unleash if I don’t have a job and go into it full time real estate.