Sounds like you guys have the potential to be an amazing property management team!

Instead of paying into someone else’s property, you could be using that allowance to finance your own real estate investment.In Germany, you have access to a stable market with long-term growth potential, and U.S. service members and government civilians have unique advantages here.

It also offers a chance to shift into something more passive, reducing the hands-on management that seems to be more of a hassle now that you’ve moved.That said, the rental income potential from your properties is worth noting, but there’s a limit to how much you can boost your cash flow, especially after already making significant upgrades.

@Iris Olivas Most local banks/credit unions can do this deal with lower fees and potentially rates than brokers.

Keep track of 3 buckets.1) Owner occupied portion - potential deductions for schedule A2) Tenant occupied portion - potential deductions for schedule E3) Jointly occupied portion - likely prorated for both schedules.There are nuances to this, so I recommend looking for a tax pro who can coach you on this. 

I’m hoping to learn more about the industry, its dynamics, and explore potential opportunities for collaboration and growth.Totally understand that nothing in this field comes for free, and I’m more than willing to share my expertise (tech related) and provide support wherever our skills and goals align.Looking forward to hearing from you and hopefully connecting soon!

In the near future, we’ll be visiting The Shoals area in northern Alabama, where we’re considering a potential move this spring.

How much less will a potential buyer pay for the house, now that one "bedroom" does not have a closet?

Networking with local investors and visiting potential markets can also give you valuable insights.

This just seems like it puts me in a potential bad situation if something goes wrong during the process.