I will likely do one in the future so the knowledge is still there when I need it.

We are looking to building some fourplexes in the near future in the area - when you say expand your portfolio - what are you looking for ?

@Sharvil Patel1 is incorrect because of 3.5 is prohibited in many jurisdictions or at a minimum causes insurability issues on future transfers.

The third property has a nice cash flow.I am wondering if there are steps I can take to reduce the cashflow issues of the 2 properties before obtaining another property, like pay down the mortgages or should I just save the cashflow from the third property to pay for any future expenses?

Just in case.Ultimately whatever correlates with your future plans but a solid way to build long term wealth.

I'm sure some can predict what's going to happen (much like the stock market), but no one really knows for sure.  

After two years, if everything is going well, I might explore the BRRRR method.For now, I’m focusing on the Austin market, but I’m open to exploring other markets in the future.

Past success is a good indicator of future performance. understand the risk if the project takes longer or costs more.

Once I get to a point that it is making enough per month that I feel comfortable taking money out of the business that would be when I get to the point that it is worth have a specialist assist me in all deductions, credits, and future items that will help me to transfer from a W2 to working for myself fully.

I will connect in the future to discuss further  Aaron- you're welcome!