So I would ask what you care the most about depending on the type of deals you do.I do think checking references and reviews is important as that's sometimes overlooked and some lenders are notorious for switch & baiting. 

I would say anytime you can add value in real estate through taking a distressed property and fixing it up and adding value it is a good choice whether its for investment or primary ownership purposes.

I have sold two properties on seller finance, but I don't buy on seller finance, but I know a lot more about it than you do.Again, on the pocket listings, if you are referring to 10 units and up, I agree that it's not at 1/10.

The choice depends on cash flow, diversification, or continued growth.Good Luck!

When you say the suburbs, are you referring to Jackson, Plain, North Canton, etc?

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@Spencer DixonRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

IMO killeen is a solid investment. just have to watch which areas you are getting into. there are some pretty rough areas near fort hood but killeen is great because it is close enough to austin and people commute from there to austin as well. with fort cavazos near by and the new samsung plant coming online in taylor, it is a solid choice with steady demand for MF.

You don’t need a 50 page llan you will never refer too but a one pager with actionable items is my recommendation

This is the class of property that I'm referring to when I talk about very high tenant demand and low vacancy.