We bought it for $425k 5 years ago, did a number of improvements and more than doubled the NOI in about 3 years.

If you are struggling to make the numbers work, then it is likely not a deal to pursue.Our biggest challenge in the New Orleans area is the cost of insurance.

The challenge is I don't where you are but how is the soil?

So basically, had the 1hr strategy with them I have 3 units and they explained that they provide education and coaching to teach people how to increase their revenue ever month, in addition to improving their processes effectively automating their short-term rental business.

Or, the trust (with trustee other than yourself) owns the property with LLC as beneficiary.Costs: LLC registration, annual secretary of state fees, agent for service fees, bookkeeping fees, tax prep fees, attorney fees to unravel structure mistakes, others I can't think of.Also, there are challenges getting title insurance, property insurance and loans for a trust.This is a way to get your name out of public record, no comment on whether it's good or bad. 

I did see it and scheduled the sprinkler installation but heard they are now requiring additional improvements that weren't originally discussed like multiple egresses, changes to pool room doors etc.   

Our biggest challenge is that we are not over 55+ and we would prefer to invest our money in the villages itself.

Challenges?

As a non-resident, I’m finding the process challenging due to factors like high upfront costs, foreign buyers’ taxes, and financing limitations.I’d love to hear your advice or experiences regarding:•Strategies to manage the high initial costs and foreign buyers’ taxes.

Focus on the value landlords bring through property improvements, market dynamics driving rents, and contributions to community revitalization.