I've read Rich Dad/Poor Dad and Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner. 

I'd sell it especially as it has a large lot and a pool (while some tenants love the space and pool, many are not prepared to take care of it). 

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Read as many RE books as you can get your hands on.

They are safe in terms of HOA taking care of exterior, roofs, driveways, snow removal, etc.

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I have read several threads on this, but I am a newbie and still a bit confused.We are married filing jointly with an income close to 150k last year.

Care to share how you got them out?

New here, but have been reading the forums for several months as I consider real estate investing, but am having a hard time convincing my spouse the potential "hassle" of a poor tenant is worth the benefits.Our situation includes both of us working full time w-2 jobs and our primary goal is to assist in reducing annual tax burdens. 

@Sammy RoyInvesting in a single-family rental property from out of state requires careful planning and collaboration with the right professionals, especially in dynamic markets like the Houston suburbs of Cypress, Katy, and Sugar Land.