I'm hoping taxes/insurance aren't part of the loan so that I can put some credit cards to work and leverage rewards etc.Also, I've seen 1st lien Home Equity Loans, but not 1st lien HELOCs; hoping that product exists, at least via credit unions etc. 

They don't care about your job really, to them it is about quantity, not quality. 

I’ve read a number of posts online saying mortgages are possible as a US citizen in Panama.However, I visited some realtors in Bocas Del Toro and they said mortgages aren’t possible there or for foreigners. 

Complex Contracts: It’s crucial to have clear agreements in place to avoid misunderstandings.Watch out for vague contracts, high option fees that seem unjustified, and properties that aren’t well-maintained during the rental period.

It depends on the syndicate and your personal preference.You don't need an LLC to write-off legit business-related real estate expenses.Based on what you said, I'm going to assume that you aren't the person responsible for coordinating and filing the taxes for the syndicate.

You could go with a cash-out refinance to pull out funds, but you'd be sitting on those funds for a bit if you aren't looking to purchase a new property until next year which isn't ideal.If you aren't looking to pull money out on this one then you would be fine.

My fam books time for ourselves and we rent when we aren't using it.

If they aren't popular get rid of them.  7pm teams, start family feud night, name that tune, etc.9pm start the 1 to 3 person band.Parking- all around you.Money- Wrist bands and tickets

Hey Chase, if the numbers aren’t working out locally, it might be time to explore out-of-state options.

(Fun tip: Tenants in those buildings love to narc on each other for sport.)I agree with everyone that said build a fence - especially since it is your primary residence.You aren't going to win here.