I would try and cut out the PM it's only a SFH to increase your cash flow.

Note if inflation is 10% implying costs have gone up 10%, the LL can only raise rents 7% which is not enough to cover increased costs.  

We cleaned up the issues and problems, and maximized the income which increased my NOI.

I was going to replace with new verticals blinds but am now thinking a curtain rod would be cheaper or panel blinds would be more attractive.  

Increasing your income can help improve your DTI.

I see that the area does sell these properties frequently and over the years have been increasing in value. 3 years ago, these properties (fully deeded) were going for around $25k, and now are selling for around $60-90k.

Then add the fact that it's an STR and expect another 10-15% increase.

In fact, the city required the owners to show proof that they had paid the taxes to get the increased lottery entries. 

The homes in Southlake, tend increase in value making is a great location for investments.

This trend is increasingly relevant in today's MF market, posing challenges for operators with fixed debt who are looking to sell their syndicated assets and have high performing assets but now the comps crush the ability to liquidate.