It's a fun and unique way to see the area!

I also have two buy-and-hold rental properties and am passionate about exploring unique financing opportunities.Recently, I used a VA loan assumption to purchase an investment property at a 3.3% interest rate, which was instantly cash flow positive. 

@Jen Anderson how about get google voice number for your rentals and screen that line.

You must work at least 750 hours per year in a qualified RE business.So most people who have high-earning W-2 jobs outside of real estate wouldn't qualify.But the unique thing about RE pro status is that even if you don’t qualify but your spouse does, you can both file jointly and claim the losses from your RE investments to offset your other active income together.

Living and working overseas can present unique challenges when it comes to securing financing, but there are definitely loan options designed for situations like yours.

A service similar to Google Voice? 

It ended up okay, but it sure taught her to slow down and get comfortable digging deep into the due diligence.Here in San Diego, I’ve seen the seasoned investors always double-check with a well-regarded local title attorney..I’ve heard there are a few firms around downtown that specialize in smoothing out odball title issues..or a trusted property manager who knows what unique fees to expect.

will never happen, but we will see.I doubt we get to #4, and think that's more talk than action simply because getting there will be difficult yet it panders to the voices of one's that are heavily anti-immigrants.

Mobile home parks often have unique challenges and opportunities, and it’d be great to hear how you’re approaching this one.If you’re open to sharing more about how you found the deal or approached the seller, that would be valuable for others looking to break into mobile home park investments as well.

They have to surmise some valuation - people in divorces, bankruptcies etc need valuation on unique properties all the time.