just wanted to say Hi to all of you, I'm based in Dubai and have my rental property running beside my employment job (still not retired).I'm available for any inquiry about Real estate market in Dubai as a friend.

@Yang ZengYour situation presents a common dilemma for real estate investors: deciding between investing locally where you might be more familiar with the market but face high property prices, or exploring out-of-state opportunities where properties may be more affordable but come with their own set of challenges.Here are some considerations:Risk Tolerance: Take into account your degree of comfort and risk tolerance while managing properties remotely.Objectives: Specify your investing objectives, including cash flow, appreciation, or a combination of the two.Market study: To fully grasp the development potential, employment opportunities, and rental demand of prospective out-of-state markets, do in-depth market study.Hybrid Strategy: Another option is to choose a hybrid strategy, where you invest in a combination of local properties for stability and simpler management, and you set aside some of your portfolio for out-of-state properties for diversity.Before making a decision, it's essential to consult with real estate professionals, conduct in-depth market research, and possibly network with local investors in the markets you're interested in.Remember, there's no one-size-fits-all answer, and the best strategy depends on your financial goals, risk tolerance, and personal preferences.

We have a lot more "under employed" than "Unemployed" in our country and these folks are stretched very thin. 

Since I am self-employed, I will likely be looking at hard money lenders (HMLs), non-QM lenders (bank statement loans, DSCR loans, and small, local, regional banks and credit unions.

I have used/employed many PA attorneys and spoken with many others, over this long journey, since buying my first Tax Sale property in 1986. 

Preferably this would not be relatives, but would be employers, church leaders, community organizations, etc. 

I am self employed and run a trucking company so I write off my income to pay as little tax as possible.

This is something I have done on my free time to demonstrate to employers my knowledge and skills with applications like Tableau and SQL coding.

Entry point for multis is still on the lower side compared to other markets that have easier access or proximity to strong employment markets.  

My last employer was only for 11 months, from August 2022 to July 2023.