Just try to extract what value you can, then focus on scaling your own business based on your own personal circumstances... one deal at a time.

I could be giving advice based on my years of investing in Mexico and the Riviera Maya and helping many buyers and investors do so but I won't because I have no fiduciary duty towards you and you're going to be the one to bear the consequences.

We build for a discounted rate on a retainer based model.

It is a quick synopsis of what to look for based off of my experience both managing properties and talking to other investors which have hired management firms.

The terms can always be restricted based on who's bringing what to the table, but in generality you are looking at a active and passive joint venture agreement.Have you not taken on any partners until this point?

I would love to get a better understanding of what duplexes in this area actually sell for, and not just running my numbers based off of initial listing prices from owners.

They can provide insights specific to the Dallas market and help you make informed decisions based on your unique situation.

You can make certain assumptions about a property based on photos, permit records, and year built.

Following - I'm based in California

Based on what I have seen renters could ride a bike to the beach and be within walking distance to a lot of the restaurants.