It's possible to buy property in Germany with as little as 5-10% down, making it an attractive option for service members and civilian government employees stationed there or planning to settle.

Look into local tax incentives and financing options, and reach out to local real estate groups or mentors to better understand the market.Good luck!

@Paige Gardner it depends on the person. hml are my last resource, it's a option for sure. 75% too high for me. that's the game for them, that's how they make its money. don't take it off the table but definitely explore ur options. 

If you ever need assistance or guidance with financing options for your project, feel free to reach out.

OC California is very expensive so investing out of state can be a good option.

There are DSCR lending options in your personal name.

But I would remain open to long-term rental as an option as this seems like a more stable option in terms of income, again this may be my inexperience talking.However, I have always  been somewhat risk averse and investing in real estate is always a big venture, in my opinion/experience, in terms of capital.

Today I had a heater issue and snow company that was late handling commercial before residential so we ended up clearing it.Open to each option.

My vote is option one.  

The worst part is somehow these big names companies are above the regulation (Well, I guess the regulation was there at the beginning because these companies lobbied the hack out the government) and they can run STR where other hosts can't run.