You will want to fully understand the tax reporting burden you will face. 

Attractive Tax Environment for InvestorsGermany offers favorable tax policies for property investors.

Had to negotiate to 999,000 only to stay under the NYC luxury tax.

@Rebecca GonaBigger Pockets is a great place to find a tax accountant that specializes in short-term rentals. 

You do not need to provide tax returns, W2s, paystubs, etc.

Post Dodd Frank sellers have continued the same bad practice of selling houses to occupants with financing at selling prices that are way high, can't be justified via any type of 3rd party valuation (appraisal, zestimate, tax value, even recent sales in the same area).   

Mostly because the tax incentives are *insanely* good. 

@Brad Kanouse Using Traditional IRA funds for an investment property typically incurs income tax and a 10% penalty if you’re under 59½, as investment properties don’t qualify for tax exemptions.

If you think ahead, you can minimize recapture with the right tax planning.So what is recapture?

I am looking to purchase real estate for both investment purpose as well as to offset as much tax liability as possible.