Hey Genesis, since Cashflow is what you're aiming for, Cleveland is the right spot for you. 

As Waco continues to grow, which neighborhoods do you think are on the rise, and what indicators do you use to spot emerging investment areas?

Risk Assessment: Consider vacancy rates, potential repairs, and unexpected expenses.Once you're comfortable analyzing a few deals, you’ll be in a great spot to pull the trigger on your first property.If you need help with financing or want advice on what options might work for you, feel free to reach out.

@Jacob Swihart Michael is spot on, I can't tell you how many horror stories I've heard from landlords who had agents give them terrible tenants just to get that commission asap.

This will help you spot good deals as you become more familiar with pricing trends and opportunities.

No damage except for 1 spot on the kitchen counter.

so the idea that you'll make a few calls, or spot a distressed property and sell it, and make a quick assignment fee... it's probably not happening.again, not trying to be discouraging, just realistic.

It doesn't take long to learn how to spot a good deal.6.

I think you're spot on in there not being an obvious decision.

I remember me saying on here somewhere in a post many years ago that cycles can be a game of musical chairs when no more spots the investors crash.