Specifically San Antonio, is an area I am keen on.I am/was considering investing, but wondering if this is something you'd take into consideration.

@Sundiata Jackson If you end up pulling the trigger on the deal and are looking to sell as "turnkey" please PM me.

7) Are there any other considerations that could bring their points or interest down?

What all do I need to take into consideration when I am thinking about tax time? 

All contracts, options, or other devices not based upon a substantial consideration, or that are otherwise employed to permit an unlicensed person to sell, lease, or let real estate, the beneficial title to which has not, in good faith, passed to such party for a substantial consideration, are hereby declared void and ineffective in all cases, suits, or proceedings had or taken under this chapter; however, this section shall not apply to irrevocable gifts, to unconditional contracts to purchase, or to options based upon a substantial consideration actually paid and not subject to any agreements to return or right of return reserved.I regularly turn in these frauds.

Now I have some considerable cash and want to start buying some rentals.

It just gets easier and easier to pull the trigger from this point!

If the property is higher end, I have seen as high as $10 PSF for top quality wood so that could be a consideration to preserve value upon exit.

I just need to educate myself on how to raise the initial purchase money and then pull the trigger. 

After they are finished, they refinance the home (which reduces the cash flow considerably) but makes you liquid enough to purchase more homes and rapidly expand your rental portfolio.