Here is the link to the next event. 

For the Smith’s to put $4,734 in their pocket from wages, tips and salary, they would have to earn $7,283 in a 35% tax bracket.

The only other tip I would say is don't be afraid to have leases that are 7,9,13 or 15 months.

I have to disagree with you on this one while I operate currently under my personal name and have an umbrella policy, the article you linked explained the benefits of not doing a LLC from the perspective of being a owner occupant.

Searching MLS there are definitely things in our price range (250k and under) and with the features we like. (3 BR at least for owner unit is really the only criteria as we work from home and have a little girl, and decent school system) Any tips, pointers, thoughts on buying in the area?

I wouldn't even touch the city unless I found friends I can trust there, and since they're on board with helping me out, I figured it's time to explore.So, what tips do you guys have to share with getting into Memphis? 

Rather than repeat myself, I'll post a link that will get you to the more verbose posts I wrote on this:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/52/topics/215105-use-realtor-to-find-tenants?

Then attach a link to your website or the listings to get a click through rate.

Just wanted to chime in here in case you have someone you might recommend for a BPO in the greater Houston area, or any tips for us on that front more generally.  

I have realized things could get easily overwhelming so any tips, insights or recommendations are welcome.