Start small with simple rehab projects like painting or landscaping to boost value without overextending.

For a closer look at this property, you can explore the photos here: https://www.dwell.com/home/aura-small-home-plan-bc2c7082Why Build New in Griffin?

Quote from @Rud Sev: Hello,I have some experience with small multifamily, SFR and condos, especially analyzing those deals, but I am now considering NNN lease for the ability to invest in passive out of state income.

The worst MF is probably the small 5-12 unit space: you have all the disadvantages of MF, without the synergies.

After a small amount of due diligence it’s a total scam.

This could allow you to build equity steadily, reduce the immediate demands on your time, and potentially refinance in a few years to access funds for future investments.Alternative Approach: Small Multi-Family Property: If you're open to it, a small multi-family property (like a duplex or triplex) can combine elements of both strategies.

Seems attractive for building a vacation home or a small Bnb complex with multiple homes.Has anyone here ever sold land from other countries to people in the US?

Shadowing or connecting with a mentor might be something to consider down the road, but for now, small steps like these can keep his interest growing without overwhelming him.

I run a small maintenance company in Memphis that handles things like this for investors for this exact reason. 

I finally sold it for a small fraction of what I paid for it, but I was out from under the HOA fees and taxes which at about $1,700. per year, which is a sizeable sum for me, and as we know, these fees increase every year.Bottom line is, DO NOT purchase property there for an investment.