I asked him if we can use that large combined losses being carried over to this year to offset my 2024 W-2 given that we can activate the real state profesional status this year to offset W-2 income without limitations.

I’m active duty Air Force with four rental properties.

Essentially no income details are required and the loan is based off of the collateral of the property and income, calculated using the active rents, appraisal rent schedule or even STR income or projected income.

Building positive relationships with tenants can increase their retention and reduce turnover, promoting consistent rental income.Consider FHA loans with lower down payment requirements if you're starting with limited capital.

It'a cheap for a reason (although a lot of the stuff promoted to foreign investors looks cheap but is in fact expensive).

AS a lifelong resident, active investor, and licensed agent specializing in investment properties, I'd be happy to serve as a resource.

The only thing that I see are self-promotions or suspicious accounts promoting some GPs. 

There's a handful of active wholesalers on the island that I know and can point you in the right direction, no pressure. 

In general, it is a tough RE market but house hacking is perhaps the best not real active option.  

I am a lifelong STL resident, active investor, and licensed agent specializing in investment properties.