From some additional research, it seems that Texas is a non-disclosure state, which could be the reason why there isn't that much information out there.

I also got licensed in Florida at the end of 2023 so we can continue to invest and create additional income to put into a buying fund.I'm excited to be here to learn and connect with other investors and realtors. 

TLDR: If I can feel confident in the deal itself, I have no problem taking on additional debt.

I like Texas, but the only thing that holds me back is the higher property taxes compared to North Carolina.1- Money: ok to spend 200-300K (prefer to put only 20-30% down) and invest in a couple of properties than buying one in cash2- Prefer cash flow (of course, appreciation would also be great)3-Prefer SFH over duplex just because with SFH (in a good neighborhood), I probably would have less headache and dramaHere are my questions:1- Which city do you invest in and why? 

In addition to ample windshield time learning the city, I had a lot of local folks help me see the opportunity in Augusta.

From some additional research, it seems that Texas is a non-disclosure state, which could be the reason why there isn't that much information out there.

If you have a good CPA, realistically, the only additional deductions you get for putting a property in an LLC are the costs associated with creating and maintaining the LLC. 

Housemates tend to spend a lot of time in their rooms, so you want a house with large bedrooms.

Rent avoidance is the money you would no longer be spending on rent every month.

The only reason we did it was because the numbers were good enough that we were willing to pay the additional cost to get the squatters our.