They are more focused on social issues than they are on educating the masses or helping agents sell real estate.NAR is trying to sell this agreement as a win, but they threw our entire profession under the bus and it's going to hurt us in the long run.

Strategies to move forward?

Right now, I want to learn as much as I can about strategies and the market, and I want to build connections. 

Especially when investing out-of-state, take into account the time, work, and obligations needed in maintaining the property.Create a Long-Term Investment Plan: Develop a long-term investment plan that outlines your goals, strategies, and timelines for acquiring additional properties.

Lots of rentals on the market right now in DFW, so you don't want them moving.  1-2-3 months of vacancy, releasing fees, and make ready are very tough to make up, so best to keep your current tenants.A couple of strategies you can try...#1. 

STR should be a strategy utilized to cash flow or break even on expensive property. 

Or any tax strategies that I’m potentially missing out on by not setting it up in an LLC versus personal conventional mortgages?

But I think the house hacking strategy is a great way to make big moves in 2023.

However you are missing out on strategy that will likely save you more in the long run, IF your goal is to grow into larger properties or take advantage of cost segregations 

What strategies have you all employed to lower DTI and meet lender requirements?