Your home market is supposed to be up and coming strong at the moment while Houston has had a really good run since 2012.

I'd strongly suggest looking at loopnet and, even if you don't see a deal that works, reach out to some of the brokers that are listing deals that somewhat match what you want. 

The company has expressed a strong desire to want to hire me before or when my second contract expires.Pay: I make a little over 1K a week (after taxes) with very low reoccurring debt due to me currently living at parents house.Goal for purchasing house: Buy 4-5 Bedroom house.

Doesn't mean good deals can't be found but have to be strong cash flow in case one overpays in short term. 

I'm leaning heavily towards partnering up with my dad & brother, but they're looking more into lending right now  + selling some assets to be in a strong cash position for the next downturn.

Not only should you lose your license for doing so, but you may be an accomplice to any crimes committed with the information provided.

Do you have any zip codes you like to invest in with strong rents?

It shows the seller this buyer is more than qualified to buy the house and the finances are strong. 

Ray Li, I would like to strongly encourage you to seek out some advice elsewhere as well to get plenty of input on this. 

That being said, there are a lot of new apartments and higher end homes west of 430, so I don't think the rental market is strong there.