Talking to an agent in the area, however, she stated that the current ratios are much lower, an example she gave me barely meets 1%, something I would be able to get with a turnkey provider anyway (although it's probably the area I'm paying a premium for).Could Houston investors advise what kind of return ratio I should be aiming for in today's market?

You should also find investors locally and network with them face-to-face.

You should also find investors locally and network with them face-to-face.

The letter should let them know the problem, what is going to happen because of it and what they have to do to remedy the situation otherwise face the consequences which in this case is eviction.4)  Don't back down when they call to cuss you out.  

I started in 2006, partnering with my mom to buy my first house, when I could barely afford an appraisal, let alone a down payment.

If your AM is to aggressive then you face the risk of not qualifying for the next loan despite your aggressive equity growth. 

You need to setup a phone call or a face to face meeting with Peter.

I've been reading and researching about REI for months now. seriously been so excited can barely sleep at night.

I have seen and spoken with a couple of the bare bones 100% commission companies and am probably going to go with one of those unless there is a strong reason not to.

The rental market really can't bare much more than $1,500 rents and there isn't any new construction for $150,000 or less.