I’m no polished writer, and my grammar might not be perfect, but I hope to find some fun and value in posting here regularly.

Good luck with a perfectly complete application that makes it by them on the first pass!

The area’s charm is becoming widely known, and now is the perfect time to invest.Challenges to Consider1.

Things will never feel perfect, and the process will always feel a little scary.

Maybe it's a MN thing and PA is different, but it makes perfect sense to me.

Sad, as I am sure I would like the views and the area, but it makes perfect sense practically, financially, and legally.Just curious but what color is the sky in your world John? 

I’m not saying this is perfect… but if you can find a home like this one for $600k that could work long term, trust me, with a little effort and patience, you can find even a better one off market or make this one work.

You and I know firsthand that things are far from perfect in Mexico (are they anywhere?). 

Apparently they handle all property repairs and maintenance independently and have maintained a perfect payment history, even throughout the pandemic.Lease Option Agreement:Effective Date: November 1, 2022Terms:Purchase Price: $165,000Non-Refundable Down Payment: $10,000Lease Term: 3 years (ends October 31, 2025)Final Payment: $158,000 balance due upon term completionMonthly Payment: $1,150 (no rent credits)I didn't see this to be a deal because if in a the best case scenario my $25000 would walk away with 2400 which is about a 9% ROI.

Your construction background is a huge asset—it’s a perfect match for real estate investing.