@Montse C.I was totally shocked to read your comparison between Southern Spain and Southern Italy as it makes absolutely no sense to me, especially from a real estate point of view.

I'm wondering how anyone does it in this area, or maybe I just have not been looking for long enough.I really would like to purchase in my area as it would be my first rental property, and I am most familiar with the northern VA area If this is not to be, I also am wondering what markets nearby would be better.I’m also in Fairfax County, and you’re absolutely right: Fairfax County and much of Northern VA are tough markets for cash flow, especially starting out without a substantial down payment.

the trend that you are seeing in your market I think is more nationwide and you are absolutely right about building relationships with agents and wholesalers to have a good dealflow. 

Definitely looking forward to getting more information on foreign national loans when you can, but yes, I can absolutely help your investors out here in Florida. 

You’re absolutely right about the market potentially shifting, and this is where those who are ready to act and think creatively win big.

Meeting the material participation hours is absolutely doable, even with a property manager, as long as you stay actively involved in key tasks like marketing, bookings, and bookkeeping.

Being fairly new to land lording I felt the need to gather a bit more insight from other seasoned professional with how to proceed, but you're absolutely right. 

If meeting them is important to you, absolutely try to make it happen before hiring.

As someone who’s spent a couple of decades in real estate investing, here are a few things I’d keep in mind:HOA Restrictions: You’re absolutely right to check the HOA documents.

Absolutely stupid to say the least!