If you paid under $230k, you’d save $30k in federal capital gains taxes and maybe another $15k or more in state income taxes.

Cash flow depends on the down payment, but using a HELOC could keep your cash reserves intact while you get started.Make sure to build a reliable team (property managers, agents, etc.) to help you manage the property while working full-time. 

No agents involved.

These figures are even higher than those that were used by unscrupulous local developers, master brokers and local real estate agents a few years ago to lure unsuspected foreign buyers.

You will need to vet out a few agents or you can work with reputable wholesalers.

A key part of our team is our talented interior designer, who helps us add that extra flair to every property we touch.We’re eager to connect with local investors, agents, lenders, contractors, and anyone else who shares our passion for real estate.

My current insurance agent only deal with residential insurance companies.

If you don't already have an investor friendly agent in this area go to the top of the page and click on AGENTS and go from there.. or maybe chat with someone here in this area of Fort Worth. 

I drop them and use a competent local RE agent, who did a great job.   

Best advice is to have a lender and an agent working together to help you achieve your goals.