I have lenders that can fund in just a few days and are willing to finance up to 90% of the purchase price and up to 100% of the rehab budget, even for first time investors.

However, with the disclaimer above, I'll, for entertainment purposes only, provide some thoughts on rents in the US for the next few years. 

Have you consulted with lenders to discuss your budget and options?

I can only speak to the Texas market, where malls that focus on creating consumer experiences (coffee shops, kids play area, entertainment-based tenants) are still performing well even in this age of online shopping.  

I didn't see a budget line item for furnishings, interior design, and amenities.

Additionally, have a clear budget, factoring in potential repair costs, and ensure you understand the rules about earnest money deposits and closing deadlines.LLC for Real Estate Investing: Forming an LLC for rental properties can offer liability protection and may provide tax advantages, though the tax benefits are non-existence for rentals.

This deal taught me to always budget for contingencies and reinforced the value of a great team!

BUDGET crushed from the start.

For larger properties, entertainment options like game rooms or arcade games are often a hit.

.* Receipts and Expenses: Once I brought to Jenny's attention that we were 20k above budget, she refused for days to give me the receipts, saying that I needed to give her my credit card statement first.