**TLDR:** Tips/Recommendations for single person on a wanting to buy their first house in DFW?

I personally keep my thermostat at 67, but in the middle of the winter here, it’s not uncommon to see someone with their door open to cool the place down.

I really want to start talking and getting tips on what I should be doing for a tax strategy. 

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And complain to the post office as well - they might have some useful tips they can share also. 

But when I say full gut and rehab I'm talking: taring everything down to the studs, updating plumbing and electrical throughout, probably upgrading the panel, adding duct work for heating and cooling, new mechanicals (boiler, A/C, etc) , hardwood floors, new kitchen, new dry wall and insulation, paint, finish work, etc.

Was curious if anyone else took this approach or has any tips 

But it's the paperwork (the Lease Agreement, the Option Agreement, etc.) that will have the biggest impact on your success or lack thereof.Do not do lease-option unless you have received adequate training and have access to excellent documents.Since you are here in Georgia, I would strongly recommend you look at the training and documents offered by Dyches Boddiford.

While I have zero experience, I am coachable and willing to put in the time to add value to anyone willing to training.

Its near to train station , so its very easy for daily commuters.