If you're looking for MY permission to abolish FinCEN - you got it  ;)It would save everyone a lot of hassle, no doubt

I find the savings from not needing to add chlorine is instead spent on chlorinators.I would not use salt for an only a spa because the chlorine use is so low.  

Doing it in December will not save you any taxes anyway.

Mainly, what % of that $500k are you able to save and is there a desire to relocate?

That kind of attention to detail can save a lot of headaches.Are you focusing on multi-family properties in SA only, or are you also exploring other opportunities elsewhere?

Going direct saves you and the seller money, giving you a lower cost to entry which helps all your numbers, but you have to put in the extra work to find that deal.

I would like to buy a multi-family and convert into micro units to maximize revenue.

Under this scam, a homeowner facing foreclosure is approached by someone who promises to help save the person’s home.

Save...it takes a lot more money than most new investors believe (don't drink the Kool-aid that you can get in cheap) and residing outside the US will be seen as a substantial risk to most lenders which will limit your financing options. 

For each property, I have a few accounts including a high interest earning savings account for reserves within the platform.