@Chris Kay Lots of good comments already and I agree with @Gregory Schwartz and @Alecia Loveless.

I spoke with the title company who is still helping us wrap up the set-up of a servicing company, and she confirmed that they would be responsible for the principal / interest for Nov and Dec, while we are responsible for the escrow shortage balance (as agreed upon).Not sure how it was missed - not my favorite title company to work with.

the profit is far less than I typically achieve but this is an awesome cabin (it was owned by a country music star in the past). 

Agreed with @Andy Sabisch. 

Also, while you might have to put down 40%+ in some countries, it isn't typical and, again, it's not the case in some of the countries you mention. 

Let's say $300k, you then agree to the purchase price but add your own terms (ex. 0% interest, 5% down, 16 years to pay back).This way, you're paying (example) $1,800/month but renting the property for $2,400/month and pocketing the difference.Anyone have success doing such a thing?

I couldn't agree more Mackaylee.I'm defiantly going to have to do my due diligence to protect myself legally.

Henry,Good to know the technology and law-enforcement is working for you while you’re you’re out of the country.

@Zach Denny - I agree - chances are the institutional lender won't be comfortable with an owner-financed 2nd and 100% combined loan to value.

Most of these out-of-country marketing teams are selling properties in places I would never buy.