This is something a qualified contractor can easily resolve.

Since I don't have a W2 anymore, I can't qualify for any sort of equity loan on my current home so I don't see my home's equity as a means to do anything unless I sell.  

Your property listing can also be a great way to lay out qualifying criteria (i.e credit score minimum, and require a co-signer if lower).After conducting due diligence into a particular tenants situation, and you decided to proceed with an application approval, you could require a higher security deposit. 

Convert the Property to a Primary Residence: If you live in the property for at least two of the five years before selling, you may qualify for the primary residence exclusion, which allows you to exclude up to $250,000 of capital gains ($500,000 for married couples) from taxation.4.

Unless someone specifically wants to work with us, they have a tough scenario in terms of qualifying, extenuating circumstances... so on and so forth.... 

Even if you can raise $10mm, but have a small net worth and liquid cash, you won't qualify with the best deal. 

To me, this meant longer vacancies between tenants to find a qualified tenant.  

Investor qualifies for REPS2.

They probably got the Golden Visa where you only have to spend 500k on real estate to qualify and you get citizenship in addition you only have to spend 2 weeks a year in country. 

The ability to use leverage and reduce taxes in your highest earning years without having to put money into qualified retirement accounts is a great way to build wealth.So - If you own an STR:1.