Now many escrows will require that the seller sign off on the EMD release, which can be frustrating since most contracts say it should be a unilateral function (buyer automatically gets their EMD back if they cancel within the option period), but if a seller chooses to be a jerk and not sign it, the EMD could be frozen in escrow, so don't use your rent money for it. 

One thing to take into consideration would be the overhead costs of being a cross-border investor, such as entity setup, property management, higher lending rates and tax filing should you choose to have a CPA.

Instead of choosing one or the other, I’d encourage you to do both (when you’re ready).

When choosing a PM, make sure they prioritize both.

Looking to choose my market near Atlanta, GA.

At the end of the day, it’s a big decision choosing who to invest with, but the academy is very enticing.  

I don't know what your space or design concept looks like but for a 1 bedroom beach condo I would choose something like this: https://nathanjames.com/products/modern-upholstered-3-seat-w...

Watch for the name to pop up at the bottom and choose it.

Choosing pre-selected materials can simplify the process.- Managing Multiple Projects Simultaneously: Handling numerous properties at different renovation stages requires effective project tracking, milestone-based contractor payments, and solid contingency plans to navigate potential delays.- Technology & Automation: Utilizing project management software, such as Buildertrend or Monday.com, enables real-time tracking of budgets, schedules, and contractor communications.

Choose Multi-Unit PropertiesLook for duplexes, triplexes, or properties with ADUs.