I believe Paula Pant had a recent podcast episode on Afford Anything that featured a couple who lives in Japan and invests in the US.

Seems doable, depending on a few factors will determine what the right product is for you.

It's a relationship game more than anything, so if you're building strong relationships with them and providing a consistent product, you'll be golden.

Hi, you seem like a potentially good candidate for DSCR Loans, a loan product that was essentially designed for exactly this - investors that want to build a portfolio relatively quickly and not be slowed down by DTI requirements or other hassles from conventional options.Would be glad to help, also check out this 12-part series published here on BP on everything you would ever want to know on this loan option!

Theyre great products for self employed borrowers who will not qualify for traditional loans, but there's a premium for that convenience.

I cannot assist w/ the acquisition of the property but do have an FHA product that is specific for home improvements.

The issue we are running into is that lenders are not recognizing the excess amount he earns as income, therefore it looks like he will not be able to afford any loans that he would be approved for.

Reason being is that it allows you to invest in other products other than they offer, so that's why they don't promote these . 

😳This is caused by a combination of buyers not being able to afford to buy with interest rates back up above 7%, and seller’s not wanting to budge on their sale price...a standoff.My guess is 2025 will likely be just like 2024 and 2023 if rates stay above 6%....

I've been able to afford my payments so far without much issue.