.- For our clients, we provide consultations with a tax attorney that handles over 300 foreigners legal & tax needs.

#10)  The birds provide a free, natural alarm clock!

I charge a completive market rate while providing a really good service. 

" These provide a ton of good insights. 

Be sure to check out the free tools BP provides to help analyze deals you may have and also market insights.

Tom, Based on what you've provided, if the property was held over one year, you'd be subject to the long term capital gains rates and any depreciation that you took on the property in the past would have to be "recaptured" (Added to your income) at the short term tax rates (but it will not exceed 25%). 

I realize that direct bookings don’t have the protection or support (should something come up) that these platforms provide. 

I think a mix might be a good option.

Additional DetailsI’m willing to invest in out-of-state properties, though I prefer areas with good property management options.My primary focus is passive income, but I’m also interested in value-add opportunities.I want to ensure these investments provide strong tax benefits and diversify my portfolio.I’d love to hear from experienced investors:What would you do in my position?

There are also several funds out there that provide high single digit yields that are low risk.