We also offered to help them find new housing, relocate them for free and help in any other way we could.

I will check out J Scotts book.

Check with a local Farmers agent.Mike

If you own (2) properties free and clear you could simply do a cash out refinance. 

Here are a few suggestions on how you can maximize the wealth of information available: Check out the blogs and podcasts, or take advantage of the search feature (magnifying glass).

I preach to everyone make a wish list, prioritize, test the software and double check. 

So you want to check that out.I also ask how familiar are you with Spanish, and reading Spanish contracts, and knowing landlord/tenant laws in Spain? 

A good PM can refer you to top sales agents in the market, they can tell you what type of rentals are in demand, they can tell you which areas are best for investments, and they can cross-check what the sales agent tells you about specific properties.Remember: cheaper doesn't mean you'll make more money.Start by going to www.narpm.org to search their directory of managers.

Make sure you talk to a Banker or Loan officer that is well versed in both SE (Self Employed) income and also Non/QM programs.One tip I will give you as a Banker is open up a "Business Checking account" and for the next 12 months pay "Everything" out of that account. 

Kathy, check out Anchor Loans as a comparable.