And don’t sleep on local banks or credit unions—they sometimes offer flexible portfolio loans that could work for a deal like this.Since your wife qualifies as a first-time homebuyer, check out any state-specific programs or HUD options for down payment assistance.

Most people don't know how to use a wood burning fireplace correctly - operating the damper, not closing the damper until the fire is completely out, going to sleep with the fire or coals still burning. 

Hey @Jonathan Baptiste, so we are a bit different than some.We have a large house that can sleep 12 comfortably and we provide a lot of stuff.

I plan on converting the barn into another sleeping space and indoor/outdoor rec room.

Especially in the winter in heated apartments if they can see a warm place to sleep they are going inside.

I'll sleep better tonight.

You'll sleep better.

Many Airbnb guests will want common utilities unless it is in a remote are where you go as a sot to sleep while hiking the area. 

Save...it takes a lot more money than most new investors believe (don't drink the Kool-aid that you can get in cheap) and residing outside the US will be seen as a substantial risk to most lenders which will limit your financing options. 

What will help you sleep better at night?