My somewhat unique situation is that I have low reported income due to the structure of my investment accounts, yet I have access to meaningful capital.

@Dion DePaoliWe do work almost exclusively in low value band assets under 125K values.

Another factor that works well with US investors is that the local currently AED (Dihram) is pegged to the USD at 3.67~ AED per 1 USD.For long term rentals, its on average 5-8% after the “Service Charge” reduction.

YOY we went from a low of 1,803 to a high of 2,209 which is a 22.5% increase in inventory.

What are some decent areas with low property tax and high occupancy rate?

As we first hand see the demand for student housing with a low supply of affordable options in the area.

Price of entry is high, rent is super low. 

I suspected fraud as the property was too nice and the rent was too low. 

Keep in mind the brokerage that just offers low desk fees and a nice office doesn't have a direct correlation to the training you will receive and value you will get for the cap you are paying.

MLS is priced aggressively and nets no profit (flip) or cash-flow (BRRRR) unless you low ball.