So by having income you can show is consistent, it helps you qualify and look more attractive to lenders down the line.  

For that purpose I would like to share some attractive ares that are not as high ticket, and a way to avoid the rent control.

Hard money, creative financing, or traditional financing should be viewed as different tools that you can use; try not to worry too much about finding one, singular way to finance every deal.For example, if you are buying an off-market deal from a family member, you may want to see if you can use traditional financing or creative financing since there's no competition and you'll get the most attractive/flexible terms.On the other hand, if you see a newly listed deal on the MLS, you may want to look at hard money since it can fund quickly like cash.Hard money loans are more expensive so you'll want to plan your exit before you get in whether that be refinancing into a long term note or selling the property.Hope this helps!

For that reason, I focus on looking at investments with value-add opportunity, and thus turnkey properties are less attractive to me.My metrics, then, are typically if my purchase price, remodel costs, and holding costs are less than 70% of the After Repair Value, it's a good deal for me!

Consider what client profile you would cater to and then see what properties that would attract that client trade for. 

My son just got married to a German young lady and they teach it over there....her spending/saving habits are incredible.Re your questions, I'm far from an economist but from what I hear discussed, the real worry is having this situation get so bad that we are no longer used as the world's reserve currency.

These areas have traffic year round and are close to tourist attractions.

Inside our homes we had more attractive features like stainless steel appliances and new LVP (laminated vinyl plank) flooring, but we still needed to get our residents out of the car and through our front doors.

Also, I feel since I am a lady, handyman takes advantage of me by charging more or not doing the job well.

They've got charm, attractions, and might need a bit of tender love and care.