oh to touch on repairs.  

I'll send you a DM to get in touch!

In my opinion, the most important thing is to get in touch with several agents, contractors, (property managers if necessary), etc.

No need to get the Govt involved in the housing market IMO.... a) they do not have the necessary competence, and b) they F up everything they touch, and c) they get a little power and they will never give it back..... 

I would like to avoid touching the current equity. 

Hope to stay in touch with future rentals in austin area.

Let's keep in touch :) 

Touching on some of the above my lender did a loan for a client who did not have a primary (lives in rented NYC apartment and purchased home in FL), and mileage is not a concern but you have to prove a reason i.e. you live in a city and the visit the beach often, you work often in subject area, mountains, etc.

Make sure you are staying in touch with your lender and respond promptly to any requests for documents. 

@Julia Taylor if you touch the money on your investment property you will pay capital gains.