When you are considering properties in the area, how do you assess in advance if there is going to be a major issue with the remediation if you are moving quickly to jump on a deal? 

@Michael SmythiesThe biggest lesson is the wild and ever changing landlord tenant laws.To your area of interest:- Tenant relations: Keep it business, stick to the lease agreement, communicate, and the golden rule.

His course and event is a MUST if you are a Texas investor, or plan to be a Texas investor.

We develop or buy self storage.  

You can also go to sites like apartment.com or turbotenant and pretend you are looking for a home in your area to see what the competition is charging5.

Rental rates typically do rise YOY, but if you are using future rent projections it is a good idea to get a historical data of rent growth in the area you are investing in. 

I agree, it has a lower cost barrier to entry than a lot of other cities, but gets really good rents so cash flow has been a large driver for real estate investors to this area.  

He has come up through the ranks as a wholesaler, then fix and flip, and now targeting missing middle new construction/development deals.I'm beginning to research GCs/investors that do this type of work, and figured it'd be worth exploring the BP network.If you deal in this area directly, or have a connection I could speak to, that would be much appreciated.At the end of the day I am trying to get round number hard cost estimates on 2-4plex/Townhomes.

I hope it will clear up some gray areas! 

I'll send you over a couple of the lenders that I use in the area.