@Dilip GandhiSee following IRS link. https://www.irs.gov/Individuals/International-Taxpayers/Taxpayer-Identification-Numbers-TIN

Brandon and Josh have also authored books with other people that are available to purchase and they're absolutely worth the money.

Side note... discuss with your attorney the limitations of owning an LLC as an individual.

It's best to assume your investors will eventually need to levy someone's bank account, so having this information before a lease up will expedite the collections process.Also, this may sound like common sense, but be sure to get a signature authorizing the credit pull and investigation.

Around here that is often a six to eight week wait since these inspectors are also doing yearly inspections on approved rentals.Call your local Housing Authority and ask about the inspection schedule.Gail

They have a Facebook page where you can find more info as to when and where they meet, but that would be a great place to meet like-minded individuals and learn more about the ins and outs of REI.

Was your father your authorized agent or did he just happen to answer the phone?

Also, yeah...Each individual market have their own cycles.

I am new to the Bigger Pockets Community and interested in networking with like minded individuals in the greater Houston area. 

Pay particular attention to how much of a deposit you need to provide, to be authorized to bid.Look into the fee structure they site charges and if it is above and beyond your bid price, or included.Download their "sample contract" and go over it...Then...