Look for properties with potential for value appreciation, understand local market conditions, and be prepared with financing options.

Are you prepared for when things go sideways?

Talk with your tax preparer.  

I would do research about the process of getting licensed in your state and what costs are entailed, then see how you feel!

Here are some things you may want to prepare an answer for so you're not caught off guard and so you don't reveal potentially sensitive info.Q: "are you going to kick me out?"

Hi Akhtar,This is Michael from Coldwell Banker UAE, American Company with global presence.Saw you are currently in Dubai, would love to connect with you so we can meet and discuss about what current investors do so you would be well prepared for this industry!

Just be prepared to jump through some hoops and talk to a lender who's worked with investors and LLCs before.

Loan amount is low enough but be prepared for higher rate and sometimes pay a flat fee for the loan.

Prepare the house and take photos2.

If not, prepare for devoting tons of time to it in the beginning but eventually you can get some great tenants and have all your maintenance/systems in place, you will be ok!