Who knows, but should prepare either way. 

In my experience, a property with multiple cottages and outbuildings can provide all kinds of creative strategies...some folks try short-term rentals or even specialized retreats if local regulations allow.

Many investors have had to get creative by emphasizing other property perks, like pools, proximity to local attractions, or unique experiences, to offset any beach access challenges. 

Keep in mind, there are scenarios where you can use creative financing or OPM to get that duplex in the future.

Nostalgia for retail centers and the need for hybrid work environments are sparking opportunities in undervalued assets and multi-use developments.Seller Strategies: Sellers should think creatively to attract buyers.

If you are raising capital from people you don’t have a prior relationship with, and even people who you do, they would regard you as serious only if you had a professional prepared PPM and Operating Agreement.

Or we could just bring on another investor each year and our cash on cash return should also be around 12 - 17%.In other words, in order to cash flow in Costa Rica you will probably need to invest in more creative ways.

You can be as creative as you can imagine.

If the numbers don't work after taxes, you've got to be prepared to walk away or get creative with your offer.

And it might not look very tempting when put together.This part is for anyone reading this who never comments: My humble advice to anyone attempting to do creative finance is:Creative finance is for experienced investors who have access to capital if everything goes wrong.