One of its standout features is the ability to directly link your Airbnb account, as well as the bank accounts you use to receive rental income and pay expenses.Another feature I really appreciate is Baselane’s built-in banking option.

Both Ecobee and Honeywell are great options for smart thermostats so you can remotely control the temperature settings and set temperature ranges. 

Having the VA option is certainly a benefit and we're excited to get started now.  

As for financing, make sure to explore options for using rental income to qualify, and be prepared for a 20% down payment.

Really looking to understand our options for financing etc.

The other option would have been to get it done at the US consulate, and I suspect that would have been a bumpier road.

One option could be using the equity in your business rather than cashing out entirely.

I updated the bathroom/porch in the spring, and am finishing construction on a 2-stall garage (the previous garage was basically a large shed that I could not fit much in).Moving forward I am considering one of the following options to put my money and build equity:1.

With your focus in using house hacking, Conventional or FHA loans would be your best options.

I think you’re under a misconception that’s leading you to think you have options you don’t…You say it’s worth $1.1M and you’d net $500k.