The reality is that nobody knows for sure what will happen to the US economy, US real estate prices or Tulum real estate prices.Looking at facts though, it's clear that a lot of if not most US real estate is unprofitable given current prices and interest rates.

When choosing a location, focus on markets with job growth, population increases, and a diverse economy.

The USD is highly manipulated to control the economy.

The drivers of wealth in real estate favor scale (appreciation, depreciation, and loan paydown; cash-flow should be easier with more units as well due to economies of scale). 

And then add a sluggish market where they can't raise rents to compensate...... 

Its no surprise to me that RD is out there talking about how the world economy is going to crash etc etc.

These options offer economies of scale, simplified operations, and reliable income streams from tenants.

Banks are getting tighter and may have unperforming assets, so they are looking at their portfolios and becoming more picky, for lack of a better word.When the economy is ripping, banks loosen criteria.

It's certainly enough data to point you in the right direction.Otherwise, here's an article I published on the fastest growing economies in the nation, and many of these places are quite affordable and good places to start (Cincinnati, Columbus, Oklahoma City, etc).13 Real Estate Hot Spots You Won’t Want to Miss Next YearI hope my perspective helped.

Plenty of demand drivers and diverse economy.