@Nicholas Reece thanks so much for the link on the book.

Or is through an chosen agent the most reliable link to the actual situation. 

If you would like to direct message me, I can send you a few review site links and a few other discussions from Bigger Pockets where users have spoken of their experiences with various software.

In case you haven't already, here are a few links to some great resources here at BP..1.

Sydnie, the first place to start would be by signing up for a real estate class, either online or in person, to get qualify to take the TREC licensing test.I don't believe I'm allowed to post links, but go to the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) website, and it will guide you through the steps.Your age/appearance could deter some potential clients, but we all have some aspects that both deter and attract people.  

Which, by the way, is why I'm here on Bigger Pockets.Thanks for the link to check out.

However, my California RE mind sees the prices vs rents and am bewildered by such statements.As of now, these are my desires in properties:a house or townhome built after 2000 - I prefer after 2003 turnkey condition MOST PREFERABLE, but not necessarily a requirement at least a 3+2 neighborhood well kept and not too much crime $50-$100K, short sales are acceptable Close to transportation and/or the fwy Relatively close to downtown and the airport (10-20 min when there is no traffic)Seeking cashflow, appreciation much lesser priorityFor rent of 800, the PP cannot be exceed 60kFor each additional $100 of rent, the max PP can only increase by about $12.5k.If you see immediate issues with these desires, PM me so that we can talk about it offline.

But it will be a bit more work driving out there to resolve any property issues, but I may still be able to get into property there.I have been looking mostly these past few months in Chilliwack as there are a lot of people moving out that far as prices have risen so much.  

He and his wife have a high combined income, but they have some credit issues that may disqualify them for a mortgage today.

They over insure, pay out the nose each month for that coverage, and then use the policy for every minor issue that's covered.