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Also do some research for Airbnbs near the property to see how busy their calendars are and what prices they charge.Self-managing remotely is not as hard as you might think.

Research the options available, compare their benefits and risks, and decide which approach aligns best with your goals and preferences.House hacking is a great start.

You need to do the research too if your area would be bringing in more money as an STR, some areas would do better as a long term rental as well. 

Those are the 2 avenues of research you need to do as your due diligence. 

 I have been researching and browsing through bigger pockets and different real estate investment info but haven’t pulled the trigger on anything.

Consult a CPA or real estate attorney to understand tax implications, build a reserve fund for unexpected costs, and research local regulations to ensure a smooth and profitable transition into rental property ownership.Good luck!

It sounds like you’ve been doing some serious groundwork with all the reading and research, which is such a strong start to your journey toward FI and retiring by 55.It’s awesome that you’re exploring real estate as an option, even if you’re not completely sold on being a landlord yet.

I've done quite a bit of research on my own, but I’m curious to hear your thoughts on what might be the best approach.Thank you in advance for your advice!

One of the key challenges I’m facing is understanding the financing options available to someone without Canadian residency or a local credit history.From my research, it seems that a 35% down payment is often required, with interest rates around 7.5-8.5% for non-residents.