I lived in LA for a decade and we have many friends, family, clients and community members suffering and send our sincerest condolences to all of those experiencing and affected this tragedy. 

If your medical condition qualifies as a disability and your current living situation isn't suitable, you might have grounds to break your lease without penalty.'

I lost money for many years in real estate, while my friends were enjoying life with their savings.

Having a long-term rental while living abroad is do-able.Flipping houses while abroad, in my opinion, more difficult, especially if its your first go around with real estate.I would recommend taking a flight and staying in the area for a week and inspect the neighborhoods and make connections.You can reach out to @Elenis Camargo who has a PM company in Jacksonville.Best of luck though.

@Henry Clark Your writing skills is excellent.I learned & enjoyed at the same time.

Hey Aishan, I personally own 12-doors in Detroit and I live in California.

Quote from @Brendan Doherty': I’ve read in books of people getting past having to live in the property they own so they can rent all units year one of ownership(living on the property with an rv).

Our plan is to live in one side and update the other side before renting out again.

If you plan to live there in the winters, you might have a hard time doing long term rental outside of that and finding a new tenant every summer.

Have a client that does sober living homes here in B/CS.