We are currently paying off the last bit of debt (not including a auto loan, which if that will hurt us please let me know) we have which should be done by November and then we want to go straight into our first investment.

I talked to a lender a few years ago to get an idea of what I can afford, and need to reach out to one again to get a more definitive number based on my current financials.Right now I see myself doing BRRR, so I think equity/price of the home are going to be important factors for me in order to fulfill that last "R". 

Hi @Aaron Treloar first step is going to a section 8 class I think they last 2 or 3 hours.

These are houses sold on the MLS within the last 6 months if possible, and up to 18 months if necessary.  

Here is a Case Study #5 of a 1st lien note we picked up last year. 

Last month however, we closed on our first deal as investors, a SFR rental in Cedar Park which is just north of Austin.I joined BP about a month ago and since then I've been listening to the podcasts, reading through the forums and reading books to soak up as much knowledge as I can.

On the last one, there may be recourse if there was clear misrepresentation in writing, but that's a matter for attorneys.In reality, your only recourse may be a slam on turnkey-reviews.com and a learning experience.Definitely replace management with a trusted local.Good luck.

I spent the last year doing appraisal work for a tax firm in San Francisco.  

It also sounded crazy to a lady I spoke with at a local REIA meeting I attended last night.

We meet last Monday of every month.