BiggerPockets and Facebook groups can also be great for networking.Feel free to reach out if you’d like help connecting with agents or investors in Illinois or Wisconsin (Have some amazing referral partners)—I’d be happy to lend a hand or share resources to get you started.

It seems to make more sense to get into bigger deals rather than own tons of SFH.Feel free to reach out if you have any advice or if you'd want to chat!

If you are looking for more details or need help getting started don’t hesitate to reach out.

To succeed, focus on properties in high-demand neighborhoods like Pecan Grove or Aliana, and ensure your cash flow analysis accounts for high property taxes, potential HOA restrictions, and flood insurance costs.

Plans for what you're building will be key - it's too vague and open right now for someone to advise you on potential cost. 

I would see what the potential fees would be for refinancing though.

That way, you build equity and cash flow at the same time.Feel free to reach out if you want to run any numbers or talk through a deal.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

.$100k can potentially be deducted as replacement debt. 

IF you want to get into real estate and potentially learn and make a few bucks on a property in Abilene let me know.