How have you gotten aligned with your co-buyers in the past (any exercises, tools, resources, processes, etc you've used) and how might you do things going forward?

I specialize in investment property loans, and I’m happy to help you figure out which loan type would fit your strategy best.Also, regarding your question on meetups—there are some great real estate investment clubs in North Texas (Dallas REIA, for example) that host regular networking events.

How would a high appraisal on this home have something to do with buying a new home unless you plan on leveraging this and taking cash out and putting a regular mortgage on it.

Seams aren't perfect but are not bad now, looks like it will end up being a regular maintenance task but at least I don't have to pull up the baseboards anymore!

She already works, but now will have her regular low wage job, schooling full time, and will be getting a part time job added to her schedule. 

Definitely several good ones out there, there are 2 REIA's from what I've been able to find, and then some other local meetups and events that happen regularly.

You materially participate in an activity if you're involved in the operation of the activity on a regular, continuous, and substantial basis.

Post regularly to update us on market trends, deals you're analyzing, and any opportunities you think would benefit investors.

My breakdown is about 1/4 Section 8, 1/4 non profits and the rest are regular folks renting .

Could be a regular Invester loan, cash purchase or owner financed loan.