Another strategy you can look into is building out an "in-law suite" or ADU.

I come from Europe too, and I know it can be overwhelming when you look at the real estate market in a new country and with completely different building technics ( sticks instead of bricks), but is not as bad when you have the right team in place. 

No building inspections or permits exist out there.

The commitment you have to build a strong future for yourself and your child is truly admirable.Listen to this podcast from last year - The EASIEST Ways to Save More Money | 24 Money Tips for 2024 - I hope this helps you! 

Just would like to start building relationships with people In the Phoenix area as well. 

Some of the new build SFHs are very affordable with in-house lender rates.

Some investors scrape these records or use data aggregation tools to build their own lists, ensuring they’re tailored to your criteria.• Networking & Local Groups:Engaging with local wholesalers and real estate investment associations can also lead to referrals for quality data sources.

Since you're open to markets beyond NYC, you might want to connect with local investor meetups or REI groups in those areas to build relationships with agents, wholesalers, and lenders who understand the nuances of each market.If you're looking to break out of analysis paralysis, maybe start by narrowing down one or two target markets and running numbers on actual deals.

My name is Bryan, and I’m eager to start building wealth through real estate.

Basically, more than a certain amount of STR and MTR in the same building were considered a hotel and I would have had to have 24/7 staff on site.Were you able to get around that with the local municipality?