Since you're a citizen but you live and work abroad you'd still qualify mostly for second homes occupancy or investor non owner occupancy (primary is hard to claim if your job requires you to be physically next to the office as an example so an underwriter isnt going to readily believe you unless you can get HR to write you a letter to state you're remotely capable of earning this income/job duties anywhere).Hopefully that helps let me know if you have further questions into mortgage planning.

Your best bet is to go to real estate networking events near those areas and talk to those who have invested in those areas.Best of luck!

If we face any headwinds, liquid investments go first so probably crypto but then you bet equities will get pressed.

It isn't impossible but as @Jimmy Lieu mentioned, there is a steep learning curve.Depending on your liquidity, out-of-state buy & hold rentals could be your best bet if NYC investing is out of the picture.

Best bet is to carefully analyze the zoning maps and regulations or just call the town and ask.

The Sheriff might require a deposit or fee, but will ultimately carry out the Order for Eviction and physically remove the Tenant.Andrew Holmeswww.chicagocashflow.com

My bet is you do not get sued.  

If you cannot prove income then our rental DSCR loan will be your best bet. 

I would bet the older homes will see a lot more appreciation than the newer homes, percentage wise. 

I bet you could make little to no money in 20 hours a week.