To navigate these complexities and ensure you’re optimizing your tax strategy, it would be wise to consult a tax professional who specializes in international taxation and U.S. real estate.

Connect with a real estate agent specializing in investment properties in your target areas.Good luck!

@Ryan Paltridge I have helped 3 BiggerPockets investors buy 4 STRs in Scottsdale in the last 12 months.My recommendation would be to concentrate on zip codes in popular locations that also have more non-HOA options.These would be 85251, 85250, 85257 for options near Old Town.

Running the numbers thoroughly will give you confidence that you’re making a wise investment.Leverage Local Knowledge: Partner with a real estate agent or broker who specializes in multi-family properties in Austin.

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

Scott The Book on Flipping Houses,The Book on Estimating ReHab Costshttp://www.biggerpockets.com/flippingbookLocate and attend 3 different local REIA club meetings great place to meet people gather resources and info.You might consider Niche or Specialized Housing like student housing.

There's no "secret" or cheat code to wealth accumulation.

@James McGovern, while I don't necessarily agree with your language, I certainly understand where you are coming from.If you truly want to exploit them, then continually report code violations: long grass, broken windows, broken down cars parked on property, anything that will keep racking up the nuisance issues of the property that the landlord not only has to handle with effort but also with money...But, assuming you don't want to go to that level, find the owner and reach out.  

Yes, Real Estate broker in the UK, and lender who specialized in buy-to-let (investor style) loans

Yes, Real Estate broker in the UK, and lender who specialized in buy-to-let (investor style) loans