Be careful; the rules for qualifying for a real estate professional are extremely complex - it is an area of the tax code that many practitioners and even judges (tax court cases) have gotten wrong.

We all know the Block to Block saying but in these areas of extremely tight living conditions its not only block to block but houses to house.

Having done this over 10 years a good Christian family with both parents employed whom had just bought a house and was always extremely kind and courteous did not strike me as the ones to do this. 

., I think it would be EXTREMELY difficult to work from pictures.

What is the lowest percent down, what percent of rental income can be used for debt to income, and any other information anyone can provide would be extremely helpful.thanks,Jennifer 

There is a process that is extremely hairy and complicated called a lease hold exchange where you sell your property to a related party and then lease it back after 180 days. 

.: Ensuring compliance with tax regulations in both countries is vital.

But I know the city well and spent 5 years on the ground in the Detroit area.Newer folks need to do a ton of research and/or work with someone that has a ton of experience and is going to be honest with you.Detroit can be extremely block by block.

Florida is extremly sought after globally.

Then what timeframe is the most vital to you, short term/mid term/long term?