Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

If they don't make it right, report them to the Texas Real Estate Commission: https://www.trec.texas.gov/public/how-file-complaint4.

Hello,I am new to the forum and somewhat new to real estate investing.

Husband is in renos and has his real estate license.

The best method often depends on your specific circumstances, credit profile, and local market conditions.

Alternatively, if there is a real estate agent/ Agency that anyone recommends, please let me know.  

We set up our infrastructure and are very organize and thorough, and through the year we made some significant progress and went on a learning phase to get better each day and closer to our first deal.As foreign investors we have to rely on hard money which gives a less edge, and face uncertainty with contractors not knowing real pricing and such.We are constantly on the look out for new investment opportunities.The problems we are facing right now is not knowing good contractors and the high competition on the MLS.We just started learning more about off market properties and sending direct mail.We would like to hear from your experience what should our next step be as newbie investors, and if there are some foreign investors here with tips.Thank you so much guys, best of luck to all! 

Hello everyone,My name is Chase, and I know that real estate is my road to investment for the future.

@Christopher Walrod if your personal situation allows you to house hack it can be a huge shortcut to becoming a real estate investor.

Are you a successful real estate investor in or near Springfield, Illinois?