Living and working overseas can present unique challenges when it comes to securing financing, but there are definitely loan options designed for situations like yours.

As it's designed specifically for out of country investors (Shenjumiaosuan / RENOSY). 

Why are you looking to buy such a big house to rent, the numbers usually won't work unless you go nuts on the design.

This was all done by design. 

Agreed, I think these articles are primarily made as clickbait and designed to give homebuyers false hope of an impending housing crash.

For example in city of San Diego you can designate a few units as affordable units and build 15 units in a single family zoned area.

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

It is designed as a credit builder as they only report "paid on time" payments.

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

Your background as a licensed architect with experience in commercial and residential projects is an incredible asset, especially here where so many members are navigating construction, renovations, and design challenges.Out of curiosity, have you worked on any projects that were particularly challenging or rewarding?