Texas is different than California so if you're not familiar with the area do some research online and get help from an agent (or some other professional) who knows the area and has experience working with investors.

Figured if I moved into index funds I would 1) obviously drastically decrease the management fee (my advisor’s is only .75%, but still much larger than the .04%). 2) have fewer commissions as I would not be planning on selling the index funds and actively trading as I have been doing to date.

That is up over 10% month to date.

I have messed around with a few online business models but just couldn't find any sort of enjoyment out of them(Ecommerce, affiliate marketing, blogging) I began reading about business about 9 months ago when I got out of a toxic 2.5-year relationship.

You need to look at no less than 1000 properties on line and then 50-100 in person to get just a slight feel for the market.

I looked online and saw the IRS charges about 5% late payment and interest charges per month.

What are the exact dates you’ll be here?

In our state the law firm representing the bank sets a court date usually at least 2 weeks out.

Search RE online - get a sense for sale and rental values on your own.

@Kyle Albus - You signed the lease and move-in date was left blank?