I’m open to paying the $20K to bring the mortgage current, but I want to ensure my position is protected.If the deal falls through, how can I secure my $20K so I’m not left out of pocket?

Tip 1 - no need to be an agent. 

I do have a security deposit, but I want to understand my options.4.

It would be a shame to pay interest on the entire amount, if only part of funds are deployed.Thanks in advance for any tips on things we should look out for in loan terms, refinancing, etc!

I wait for 10 minutes and then a security guard tells me it is closed at 4 PM as indicated by a printed sign.... 

Specifically I  (with my husband and business partner and two little girls)  am on the path to early retirement through my business and interested in the buy and hold strategyIt kind of feels like a needle in a hay stack to me right now - as I am not familiar with areas etcI would love to know about challenges others may have had trying to do this, tips We are happy to come over and do some boots on the ground searching, living in areas etc as opposed to buying sight unseen, but obviously flipping etc is not on the cards for us. 

Would someone be open to share their mid-term stay agreement with me or give tips what to consider when setting up a mid-term agreement? 

Section 8 doesn’t cover damages, but you can require a security deposit, just like with any other tenant.Charge for repairs – If the tenant causes damage beyond normal wear and tear, you can bill them or deduct from the deposit.Lease enforcement – If damages occur repeatedly, you can evict under Texas law.🔍 How to Check Section 8 Payment Rates in San Antonio👉 Go to the San Antonio Housing Authority (SAHA) website – They publish a Payment Standard Chart with the maximum allowed rents by bedroom size.📌 Here’s the official link to check rates: SAHA Payment Standards (or search "San Antonio Housing Authority Payment Standards” on Google).🔑 How to Select the Best Section 8 TenantsEven though you can’t discriminate based on Section 8 status, you CAN still screen tenants carefully:✅ Check rental history – Look for evictions, past landlord references, and late payments.✅ Look at their portion of rent – If a tenant pays only $50/month, they may have less financial responsibility than someone paying $500.✅ Require a security deposit – Helps protect against damage.✅ Meet the tenant in person – See how they present themselves.🚀 Final ThoughtsRenting to Section 8 tenants in San Antonio can be a great strategy if you screen properly and understand the rules.

How do you secure funds quickly?

I am aware of products once I own the property, but what about lines of credit to secure a winning bid?