If you're open to exploring international opportunities, I have an exciting real estate project in Dar Bouazza, near Casablanca—an emerging hotspot for residential and vacation properties.

Unfortunately, we live in California so we would have to pay significant capital gains if we sell.Hi Scott, depending on the property and if you’re willing to invest in quality interior design, you could make more money as an STR.

@Peter C. yes we do quarterly interior inspections.

Quote from @Hannah Tate: All, I am looking for some advice from anyone who has had experience investing in short term vacation rentals internationally.

Painting and Interior Maintenance: Every 3-5 years or between tenants, paid by the owner.12.

We gutted the interior down to the cinder blocks, re-designed the unit layout to fit a more modern lifestyle.

Given your need to avoid personal guarantees and collateral, consider the following institutions:KeyBank: Headquartered in Cleveland, KeyBank offers a range of commercial banking services and has experience with international clients.

SpaceX now has a rocket testing center right outside of Waco, Amazon is currently building a huge distribution center in Waco, and BSR Surf Resort & Cable Park built the #1 wave pool and cable park in the world, making Waco an international surf and wakeboard destination.  

Also, if I found a 4/4 in the right area for the right price, I would still want to close up any living and/or dining areas and any interior community areas.

Basically a turnkey investment with all new interior upgrades that is poised to bring in solid rental income.