I did most everything I was supposed to do, increase my income, decrease my living expenses, save cash, etc.. 

I doubt he'll be able to quality for a loan (VA) with just his income. 

For me personally, our STR and our little inn provide more than half my family's income so I feel I have a fiduciary duty to my wife and kids to maximize that. 

Additionally, the borrower no longer has any income coming from the subject property during these proceedings.  

Rental income and expenses, such as mortgage interest, property taxes, repairs, and depreciation, can be reported on Schedule E of your personal tax return, regardless of ownership structure. 

thats far more than you will make starting out as an agent.. but once you get stateside and if you are successful at Commerical RE  takes 5 to 10 years to build your book.. then big income is a reality..  

Confirm with the solar company if the loan is transferable and review terms carefully—it’s a potential hurdle with lenders or resale.A DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) loan might be an option since you’re focused on rental income.

You can manage expenses, track income, collect rent, and even create virtual accounts for each property – all for free.

They tend to cost more to construct then they add in value, they are generally more valuable for a property you are holding as a way to generate more income.

Yes, you may lose out on income in the beginning when first trying STR out, but you'll never know until you try.