Some other banks will tell you 40% to manage your expectations but if you have a good credit and a the deal makes sense, the down payment shouldn't be above 30%.As to the managing of properties, if you can self-manage out-of-state in the US, there are no reasons as to why you couldn't do it internationally too and some investors do.

Once you have that figured out it gets easier to act intentionally.

As well as they expect free health care . 

For anyone starting out in real estate, I hope my story gives you a sense of what to expect (the good and the bad!)

Expect to spend several thousand.

Its very simple to figure out & use and it gives enough metrics to analyze single family properties. 

Quote from @Otis Clayton: Quote from @Trevor Finn: Hey @Otis Clayton,Partnering can be a fantastic way to scale, but setting clear expectations upfront is key.

They usually do not have these figured out, I mean sure, everyone wants to 'make money', or ' own 10 properties in 3 years', or (my favorite) 'replace their W2 job in 5 years'.....but they have not thought any further than those basic (and misguided) goals.

Quote from @Nadia Jones: Also posted in Getting Started Forum, but figured multifamily category may also generate some responses...so posting here as well. 

There are some buyers that are just a complete terror during warranty periods with expectations that are not at all aligned with the purpose of a builder warranty.