My current credit rating is excellent, so no problem there.  

I have a list of addresses I am potentially interested in on an Excel sheet.

The SFH home on the parcel with the triplex is in excellent shape and could probably sell for around $180k. 

The SFH home on the parcel with the triplex is in excellent shape and could probably sell for around $180k.

I have excellent credit.

I am considering doing one or several things; I want to obtain my real estate license in order to have MLS access personally, visit properties in the local area where I will begin investing, and the benefit of saving on commission. one reason why I am highly considering the license is to be able to learn the art of estimating market values of the properties and ARV's by analyzing comps.I also considered doing just the beginning appraisal trainee classes to get formal knowledge of the process of determining residential values. 

My credit is excellent, I have a cash flowing duplex with a great rental history, adequate savings, decent income. 

Plus , Texas is business friendly ( unlike California) no state income tax, and an education system  in the north suburbs  that is excellent.

Credit score “excellent” no debt. 

On the other extreme, I had one tenant live in our condo for 10 years with only one maintenance request (amazingly, the place was still in excellent condition when she moved out).