Victor/Mike - I need an attorney to assist me with closing.

All units electric individually metered with all other utilities being sub-net split between residences makes for higher returns.

I as a landlord am a private individual, not the government.... so an inspection of my property by me (the owner) is reasonable.

I'd be happy to connect and see if there is any way that I can assist you.

An investor bought a home in our neighborhood and made it into an assisted living facility much to the chagrin of the neighbors directly surrounding the home.

You can create one property management LLC and one series LLC to hold each property in an individual series.

Obviously, individual preferences, goals and risk tolerances play a key role. 

I agree with above posts on educating yourself and learning the different strategies of investing.Start networking and creating relationships with like minded individuals in your local market.

Quality individuals are hard to find and the wages they can command are also very pricey.  

Houston is a great place to get started and if you need help this is a great forum with people who are here in your area that maybe able to assist you!