@Rama KrishnaTo start investing in real estate, set SMART goals, educate yourself, learn market research, and choose a strategy.

I've only been living here for a year and a half, but from my research and getting to know the city the largest industries are Insurance (ALICO), Education (Baylor, MCC, and local ISD's), and Distribution (Coca-Cola, Mars-Wrigley, Dr.

You are touching them and providing some type of education and value to them to bolster your own status, so when you ask for money they are more likely to say yes.And, back to investors or deal first, no broker will ever award you a deal without a reasonable surety that you have the capital lined up.

Use this time to save up and educate yourself a little better before making the next purchase.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

I can’t give BP enough credit as you guys have been instrumental in my education thus far, and I can’t wait to see where this goes.  

I will venture an educated guess that if property without ADU has a value of $800k and $200k was spent on hands off ground up ADU, the appraisal associated with a refinance will come in no higher than $900k. 

Despite my efforts to educate them on this topic, they remain convinced.

Should I attend now or spend a few more months educating myself before going?

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking.