I plan to acquire an STR property in West Africa. Will this property qualify for all the tax benefits of STR? What documentation will I need to provide to the IRS in the event there are any audits? 

*Lake Anna, Reston Virginia*Originating in 1990, The Reston Town Center is a major employment and entertainment hub in the area, with companies such as Google, Leidos, Facebook, Microsoft, General Dynamics, and Fannie Mae, to name a few, more than 50 retailers, including an 11 screen LOOK Dine-In Cinema, CitySwing (Golf Simulator), a seasonal ice rink, many well-renowned restaurants and bars, and other highly attractive amenities such as a full service 243 bed hospital, a new metro, and the Dulles International Airport that is receiving $700 million renovations by 2026*Reston Town Center*Source: Rediscovering Reston-- the First Planned Community in the USSource: Washington Dulles International Airport to Expand Passenger and Cargo OperationsOne of the biggest points of discussion over the last few years has been around the office market, and how the rising office vacancies due to the shift towards a work-from-home and hybrid work schedule have pushed many companies to downsize or relocate out of previously major employment centers.

They proposed higher than market rent, but want to keep 2 people from thee organization volunteers in one room in future.We checked the website of the non-profit organization, their program include several categories, including helping international children to school, housing for the homeless, etc.

.● Be knowledgeable about the internal rate of return (IRR) for the investment.● Determine the anticipated holding term for the property.● Know the initial capitalization rate (going-in cap).● Project the exit capitalization rate (exit cap).When facing objections while raising capital, it's important to dig deeper to understand the true underlying concerns.

International MortgagesHow can I obtain mortgages for properties outside my current country?

But this is exactly what a good lender will do - recognize this issue, understand a viable pathway forward, and then fight for it internally and externally. 

Working with a CPA who understands both U.S. and international tax laws is crucial.Property Management: Since you might be managing from afar, it’s essential to find a reliable property management company that can handle the day-to-day operations for you.If you’re open to other markets, I’d also suggest exploring places like Indianapolis, where the market is investor-friendly with strong cash flow potential.

We all do it, but get out of your internal dialogue and talk with a lender or three to see what they have to say about your options.

Seen some nice places there on AirBNB but feel like a… fish outta water… when it comes to carribean/international investing?

A combination of lack of infrastructure partnered with historic highs in population growth specifically in new international students pouring into the area to attend Cape Breton University, has presented less then a 1% vacancy rate on the island.