Explore build-to-rent communities or mixed-use developments in emerging markets.

This is something I try to live by and teach my kids if I can - "A human being should be able to change a diaper, plan an invasion, butcher a hog, conn a ship, design a building, write a sonnet, balance accounts, build a wall, set a bone, comfort the dying, take orders, give orders, cooperate, act alone, solve equations, analyze a new problem, pitch manure, program a computer, cook a tasty meal, fight efficiently, die gallantly.

As for financing, make sure to explore options for using rental income to qualify, and be prepared for a 20% down payment.

Consider house hacking by purchasing a multi-family property with an FHA loan, or explore creative financing options like seller financing or partnering with private lenders.

Quote from @Olga Daisel: Folks,I am a mother of 2 small kids, 3 and 5.

While you work on that, you could also explore creative financing options like DSCR loans or partnerships to fast-track your first STR.

If you’re a buyer, this could be the perfect time to explore new construction.

Hi Charles, I'm also based in Honolulu with young kids and in a similar situation to you, have also thought about buying an investment property in Japan that we could use part-time and rent out at other times.

🤔Let's explore this idea together...💰 The Cash Flow ConnectionThink about it - both investments are essentially money-making machines.

West Valley cities like Buckeye and Avondale, East Valley spots like Apache Junction and Mesa, or growing areas like Casa Grande and Maricopa are worth exploring.