In addition to my background my father also owns a reputable  general contracting firm, mainly focuses on commercial projects at the moment but has done residential as well. 

Background:  have 2 rentals purchased in the 90's, looking to start investing again. 

I have a formal background in engineering and business.

I am an investor and agent in the metro area and it's always nice to know people with construction backgrounds.

Background (short & sweet):I started investing in February 2004 with two single family rentals and moved into developing, but got burned by contractors and the economy during the economic recession.

It has some great info for people like me without a financial background.

Good morning Brittany,I'm a native to the Houston area with a background in finance and investing. 

Gotta take it one step at a time though and learn the ropes while I dominate my current area! 

Now if there r tenants already would I have the right to do my own background checks and if so can I evict if I buy and find something I don't like..ie past evictions or late pay.

My rents are $700 to $1000 per month and I charge $5 per day starting with first to a max of $50 per month.Don't let your tenant move someone in without going thru credit and background checks.