I'm currently not looking to buy right now and have been putting my money into index funds, stocks, Master Limited Partnerships (has tax advantages vs. stock dividends where you're taxed.

You can not do that with many other assets like stocks or gold. they are what they are.

.- Anything outside the immediate settled areas will be off-grid, so you'll need to maintain solar panels, water purification systems, septic, etc. and forget about internetIt's a very popular destination and will probably grow in popularity as Panama works on its tourism outreach, but there are too many obstacles for me to see it as a viable investment.

When contacting a potential tenant's previous landlord, consider asking about the tenant's payment history, whether they consistently paid rent on time, how they maintained the property, if there were any complaints from neighbors, and the reason for leaving.

Properties in good areas, whether SFH or MFH, tend to attract more stable, responsible tenants who maintain the property better.

2) I think the wealth effect of the stock market should have an impact on how much out of town buyers are willing to pay for a second home or even a primary home. 

There is a lot to learn as its very different than just buying a stock. 

You can explain that any changes to the lease must be carefully considered, as you want to maintain the original terms that protect your interests.If you decide to allow the change, you could draft an addendum stating that each tenant is responsible for their own rent.

You can allocate expenses to each property/LLC during your accounting processes, but make sure to maintain clear records and documentation for each expense related to the specific LLC.Detailed Tracking: As you scale up, accurate record-keeping becomes crucial.

Here's how it works:For starters, we are assuming that you have a sizeable stock portfolio.