I think I'm mainly interested in purchasing properties on the low and then renting them, but I'm sure that interest will evolve the more I learn.

All major cities in Texas see highest appreciation ever in last few years... still prices are very low compare to coasts.

Your interest rate seems low for a commercial loan. 

We can all agree that this real estate game is about consistent action and at times if our actions aren't successful we / I tend to be less productive and even stall at times.If you're like me, let's be accountability partners so we can close some deals!!!

I would not recommend doing the design part yourself unless you are extremely familiar with current trends, picking materials, coordinating colors, understanding product specs, and building code for that matter.

Your asking price is very low and may not receive a counter. 

Software changes are occurring all the time and so a lot of older posts could very have outdated info, surpassed with newer/better versions, newer products (hopefully!). 

If it is far away, then definitely hire out to a mange company so the property maintenance is somebody else's problem.Just focus on income production.  

It's just kind of knowing where the money comes from and what exactly is their product.

Very low maintenance family in the property.