@Breeya JohnsonWhen evaluating markets for real estate investment, there are several crucial factors to consider.

I'm not sure what yields Priti is talking about, but I know that after you factor that tax in, it goes way down. 

Closing costs are a necessary factor in any loan process and to be expected.

Some here will tell you all tenants hate their landlord so factor that into your actions.

As far as I know, your assumptions about the tax implications are correct for non residents, it was one of the main factors that stopped the idea of investing in Spain for me.

I've been driving around ___, ___ and ___ neighborhoods looking for distressed properties. 

This will help you understand the qualifying requirements, key factors to consider when purchasing, and how to assess whether a property might be a good investment at first glance.

I'm not making a 100% emotional decision, but it is a factor.

I've included an example below to help illustrate this.So different lenders have different rates (which do vary even for DSCR loans) but these are factors they all consider.See example below:DSCR < 1Principal + Interest = $1,700Taxes = $350, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $50Total PITIA = $2200Rent = $2000DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2000/2200 = 0.91Since the DSCR is 0.91, we know the expenses are greater than the income of the property.DSCR >1Principal + Interest = $1,500Taxes = $250, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $25Total PITIA = $1875 Rent = $2300DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2300/1875 = 1.23If a purchase, you also generally need reserves / savings to show you have 3-6 month payments of PITIA (principal / interest (mortgage payment), property taxes and insurance and HOA (if applicable).

Additionally, are there any other factors I should be considering when purchasing a duplex or triplex?