The owner is (or should be) named as the landlord on the lease, with the PM listed as agent for the owner.  

Having gone through the process once, it's very clear how to keep growing for the next one :) Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

At 4% interest, I bought investment properties which easily met a DSCR of 1 or greater, even when using the market rental value which was always less than the actual rent I receive from my tenants' federal housing choice vouchers (HCV).

You may increase your chances of success in the Dallas real estate market by analyzing rent-to-price ratios and appreciation prospects.In conclusion, it is advisable to consult with seasoned real estate experts, including mentors, property managers, and real estate agents, as they may offer invaluable counsel and understanding.Good luck!

That said, you should hire a local agent investor and do your own due-diligence on town ordinance.

Seek professional advice from a real estate agent or financial advisor to ensure informed decisions.

I will get a hold of the agent one way or another. 

All agents are incentivized to sell it's a transactional business and because you are just starting out and in a low barrier market you will encounter many new agents who need to eat and pay for their gym membership and car that month.   

My agent even went as far as going over to the next city/town which is pretty far out and still nothing.

VA loan Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?