Find a quality agent in Texas, then ask them if they offer a referral fee.

But, it may not offer the ROI as other locales, and it may not be "fun" like buying in a favorite vacation spot.2 - The highest ROI folks - Self explanatory, will go where ROI is high and/or regulation low.3 - The second home/retirement minded - These people are looking for minimal ROI but want the house in a specific location because they like to use the property and want it to pay for itself.

I heard when you're young, it's the best time to take risks, at job that might pay less, but offers knowledge, experience, and growth.

I believe the price points of the apartment units will dictate appliance specs/packages but appliances are something I always upgrade over those offering competing units.

Expanding MetrosDirect flights help, but don’t skip great markets like Columbus or Huntsville if they offer better returns.

This will give you one critical piece of information, that it may take X days to get an offer and sell, and the second item will give you what your competition is right now.

Additionally, many states offer property tax exemptions, significantly reducing expenses.

I do not sell my model but I have a friend in the business who offers a much better model than Michael Blanks in my opinion.

The builder offerred $15,000 credit to be applied, however you wished EXCEPT can not be used for price reduction. 

@Denise CarringerMy preference is to go local - some community banks offer this type of service or local escrow companies, which is what I found, because they offer a higher level of service than most national.