Never heard of a voucher tenant being responsible for maintenance and repairs, rental licensing fees, lead testing upkeep, cap ex, reserves, book keeping and tax prep......and even if you self manage, it takes up your time and should be treated as an expense because its taking away from your ability to earn income elsewhere. 

There are situations where it is more beneficial to end the current lease and start a new one (ability to change lease terms, rent amount etc), and there are situations where it makes more sense to just do an addendum.

I admire the rulers of Dubai for their vision and ability to put those into life.

The ability to manage investments requires a desire.

 @Puneet Mahi as others have stated, I would do a deep dive on the markets inside each state to determine where you could have an advantage AND where your family would like to live.

Even if their online banking and technology is not as strong, the ability to take advantage of their ancillary banking services, most notably their real estate lending far outweighs any minor inconveniences. 

Your credit at risk and might affect your ability to buy a home in the future. 

The numbers are trashy now but with the right approach, resources and ability you will come out on top.

Originally posted by @Chris Seveney:@Charles RobbinsI would say the ability to get a note and mortgage to acquire a home has helped a lot more people than it has hurt.

You can always leverage rentals within their ability to service the debt.