Hire gmax GC, are you comfortablewith architecture and trades? 

I wouldn't trade that for Airbnb's Aircover which is much more specific in what they will cover.

Make sure their fees work with what you are looking for and that the address is conforming to their underwriting needs.3) Send the executed contract to your HML.

What I want is a way to have and trade the stocks and bonds I currently own at a large brokerage in an IRA (as well as ETFs preferably), but held (without paying extra foreign tax) offshore.

The rapid turnaround exemplifies our ability to execute efficient deals while delivering solid returns for our partners.

I saw an excerpt of an e-mail in which the promoter said, in effect, "This is not a high-risk investment." 

To answer your last question, my realtor has contractor contacts I should be able to leverage for rehab budget estimates, as well as family friends with experience in the construction trades.

On the 2nd I hired all licensed trades but separately.

A CPA can ensure proper filing of rental income on Schedule E and help identify tax-saving strategies, such as optimizing deductions for maintenance, repairs, and travel.

It was strategy, patience, and knowing how to find and execute the right deals.