My goal is to live in the home during the winters, maybe 3-4 additional weeks for vacation, then rent it out to help cover the mortgage the rest of the year.  

I've been pre-approved for a bank loan but haven't thought about someone with experience working with investors for deals.

Hi Aubrey,International lenders don't exist for real estate in that no lender in one country will give you a mortgage loan in another country.A good service to estimate revenue in Costa Rica or everywhere in the world for that matter is Aidna.

To deter the break-ins you need to have window coverings on all the windows, a light on and not advertise that the unit is vacant.

He is currently a travel PT that makes $37k pre-taxed but after including all his stipends, his annual earnings are  closer to $95k-$97k.

Look up ideal existing performing properties, your "hero's" as it were, find out who own's it, and reach out to them. 

And remember, this is Pre-Covid dollars too!

With your $1,100 rent and the potential for an improved loan structure, it's worth reaching out to DSCR lenders who are flexible on reserves and leverage.Key Points:Highlight your strong FICO score and existing equity.If your DSCR ratio falls short, some lenders allow exceptions for high-FICO borrowers.

It's possible, but the landlord will have to cover relocation expenses.

Meaning the buyer cannot take over the seller's existing mortgage.