I'm completely new to buying investment properties and was looking in a more affordable area than LA/Bay Area.

It's certainly an interesting market as out of state investors see it as very affordable and invest regularly whereas in-state investors have some pause as we don't compare against the more highly valued markets (NY, SF, CA).

I'm trying to finish a second, and am seeing that I might not want to take the time to keep adding units to manage myself.In my search I ran across vacasa as a full service management company, which "guarantees" I'll make as much with them as I do managing myself. 

Hello all,Does anyone have any experience in (or knowledge) of the difference between a quiet title action and using Tax Title Services (or a similar service)? 

Very reasonable premiums and great service from broker.

Im not a subscriber to their service but after taking a look, some of their properties are direct from the MLS.

I see rent going up every year and soon I won't be able to afford rent in a decent area.  

Quick question(s), does anyone have a good seller lead service in Dallas area?  

Also looking for insight on a good loan servicing company.

There are free tools online everywhere, but basically you want to do the following:Gross Potential IncomeLess Vacancy= Gross IncomeSubtract the following expenses:Real Estate TaxesHazard InsuranceLiability InsuranceMaintenance (yes, even if you plan to DIY)SuppliesProperty Management (yes, even if you plan to DIY)UtilitiesLawncare/Snow removalLegal Costs (evictions, LLC formation/maintenance)Bad Debt (non-paying residents)City Occupancy LicensesPayment processing fees (for debit/credit cards)This will get your Net Operating Income.Then subtract debt service. 1st mortgage2nd mortgage (if applies)Line of Credit (if applies)This leaves you your free cash flow.