Running detailed cash flow projections, factoring in their management fees and expected rent increases (you can use some of the great BiggerPockets Pro tools like the calculators to do this!)

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.

What are some legal factors (Mexican laws or taxation) to take into consideration? 

I can build cheaper than I could replace but there is a time and stress factor to consider.

The key factor is the amount paid and the nature of the payment, not the payment method.

Even with a 25% fee, you're cash flowing better than a long term rental, so the fee should not deter anyone! 

Sounds like they could have different PPP or fees that go along with refinancing with a different lender. 

The good news is sometimes you don’t need to pay the thousands in attorney fees.

I think your best approach is to pretend you are the investor yourself, calculate build cost (mortgage with interest) + Maint / cap expenses/ management fees according to your zoning and then compare that to the average rent in that neighborhood.

BP can keep 10% as a service fee.