All Forum Posts by: Lisa Choi

Hey Juan Carlos,

Welcome! I’m a local agent and investor-focused realtor here in San Antonio. I work with buyers looking for both single family and small multifamily deals—especially off-market opportunities. I also have a solid network of contractors, handymen, and property managers who can help with renovations and leasing once you close.

Happy to connect and learn more about what you’re looking for (budget, preferred areas, rental goals, etc.). Feel free to DM me or drop your contact and I’ll reach out.

Looking forward to helping you get started in San Antonio!

It’s great that you’re already house hacking and have a potential deal right on your street—definitely a unique advantage.

Given that the asking price is significantly above the most recent comp, I’d approach it from a place of understanding but with clear market-based reasoning. You could say something like:

This shows you're serious, informed, and respectful, while setting expectations around value. If they’re emotionally tied to the property or assuming it’s worth more because of sentiment, your tone helps shift the conversation back to objective valuation.

Also—if they haven’t gotten an appraisal yet, this might nudge them to get a reality check from a third party. You’re not dismissing them, just grounding the conversation in facts.

Welcome to BiggerPockets and the San Antonio market, Amir! It’s been great connecting with you—excited to get things moving and support your goals here in Texas.

Hey Ezekiel, 

I’m a local agent in San Antonio and work specifically with investors—would love to connect and be a resource as you explore the market.

For multi-family and long-term rentals, some solid areas to explore are:

• 78201 (Beacon Hill/Alta Vista) – great appreciation and strong rental demand

• 78207 and 78210 – more value-add opportunities and older housing stock

• Converse, Kirby, and parts of 78244/78233 – strong cashflow potential and good tenant base

For short-term rentals, neighborhoods closer to downtown like Denver Heights, Dignowity Hill, Tobin Hill, and even Southtown tend to perform well (plenty of other zip codes to consider for STRs and LTRs). 

I also work closely with property managers and can loop you in with trusted vendors and contractors.

Shoot me a message if you want to hop on a quick call or get set up with some active deals!

Best,

Hi Kfir,

Welcome to the San Antonio market—great choice for long-term investing!

With your budget of $200K–$300K and your focus on good schools, low crime, and strong neighborhoods, here are a few solid areas to consider:

1. Alamo Ranch / Northwest Side
One of the fastest-growing areas in San Antonio. Good schools (NISD), newer builds, strong retail presence, and high rental demand.

2. Helotes
Technically a suburb but still close to the city. Quiet, family-friendly, with solid appreciation and highly rated schools.

3. Northeast Side
Covers neighborhoods around the NEISD district—like Northern Converse, Live Oak, and parts of Universal City. Well-rated schools, stable communities, and proximity to military bases make this area great for both appreciation and rental income.

4. Stone Oak / North Central
More established and slightly higher priced, but great schools, strong appreciation, and low crime. Very desirable for families and long-term tenants.

Let me know if you’d like agent recommendations, recent comps, or investor-friendly property leads in any of these areas. I work with several out-of-state and first-time investors and would be happy to help.

Thanks for the link, but let’s not pretend property tax rate alone tells the full story.

Sure, Texas has a higher rate—but no state income tax, investor-friendly laws, and overall affordability are why so many out-of-state investors (including a ton of my clients from California) are actively buying here. They’ve done the math, and the returns make sense.

California’s lower rate doesn’t help much when sky-high prices, income tax, and regulation kill your cash flow. This isn’t about cherry-picking one stat—it’s about the bigger financial picture.

But hey, invest wherever makes sense for you. Just don’t act like Texas is off the table when the data and demand say otherwise.

Best of luck!

Hey there—welcome to the San Antonio market!

I'm a local investor-friendly agent and would love to connect. I work exclusively with investors using BRRRR, STR, and buy-and-hold strategies, and I know the San Antonio metro well—from the solid rental pockets to the hidden value-add opportunities.

Happy to share insight on the market, help you run numbers, and be a resource as you build your portfolio here.

Let’s connect!

Hi Anthony,

Welcome! I’m based in San Antonio, TX—definitely a solid market for cash flow with a good balance of appreciation and landlord-friendly laws. We’re seeing strong demand in both long-term and short-term rentals, especially in B and C-class neighborhoods where returns are a bit stronger.

Texas in general fits your criteria well: no state income tax, relatively low property taxes (compared to CA), and growing population centers. Aside from San Antonio, investors are also active in places like Fort Worth, Waco, and parts of the Houston suburbs.

I work with out of state investors regularly and would be happy to be a resource if you’re ever looking to plug into the South Texas market. I also have trusted contacts for lending, property management, and contractors.

Let me know if I can help in any way!

Best,

Hi Gladys,

Welcome to BiggerPockets! Congrats on working toward your first wholesale deal—that's a huge milestone and an exciting foundation for everything you're building with KD Bar Investments. I'm based in San Antonio and focus on off-market investment properties, with a special interest in STR, BTR, and multifamily opportunities across Texas.

It sounds like we share similar goals, and I’d love to connect to exchange ideas and possibly collaborate. I also have trusted agents in the Dallas area, and if you’re ever looking to tap into other Texas markets, I have the resources and would be happy to connect you.

Wishing you continued success on your journey, and I’m looking forward to seeing more of your updates here!

Best,

Great to connect with you! It sounds like you bring a well-rounded skill set to the table — from residential upgrades to investment strategy and even commercial medical space, which is a pretty unique combo. Your background in custom home design and construction oversight is a major asset, especially for clients looking to build from scratch or value-add investors navigating renovations.

I'm also based in Texas (San Antonio area) and focus on investment real estate, primarily working with clients targeting cash-flowing rentals and value-add opportunities. I'm always looking to connect with like-minded professionals — especially those familiar with STR/MTR markets and 1031 exchanges.

Would love to stay in touch and possibly collaborate or share market insights. Let me know if you're ever working a deal that needs investor eyes, or if you'd be open to swapping notes on local trends or lender/vendor referrals.