It's possible to buy property in Germany with as little as 5-10% down, making it an attractive option for service members and civilian government employees stationed there or planning to settle.

Look into local tax incentives and financing options, and reach out to local real estate groups or mentors to better understand the market.Good luck!

From a liability perspective I am anti-glass tops ever since, there way too many other options.

Example: you can option to have a fireplace with two windows on either side.

There are DSCR lending options in your personal name.

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

Quote from @Blake Winiecki: Figure out how much you want/need to earn, then reverse engineer it to see what options are available. 

But I would remain open to long-term rental as an option as this seems like a more stable option in terms of income, again this may be my inexperience talking.However, I have always  been somewhat risk averse and investing in real estate is always a big venture, in my opinion/experience, in terms of capital.

Remember your situation is unique so it's important to consult with a tax advisor or CPA to explore all available options and ensure compliance with tax regulations.Thanks!

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.