Private mortgage insurance i believe is not charged on va loans.  

I've been investing in real estate but am new to private lending. 

I've also heard of requirements to own for at least one year before you can use the home as a STR.Hawaii is a leftist state that doesn't protect private property rights.

.- Tax Benefits & Currency Arbitrage: Some overseas markets offer better cash flow, tax incentives, and lower property costs compared to the U.S.How You Could Structure It- Create a Private Syndicate or Real Estate Fund: Raise capital from U.S. military, contractors, and government workers to invest in properties near U.S. bases overseas.- Focus on Key Military & Expat Cities: Target locations like Ramstein, Wiesbaden, Rota, Naples, Seoul, or Yokosuka, where thousands of U.S. personnel need housing.- Offer Fractional Ownership or Managed Rentals: Investors own a share of multiple properties while you handle property management.- Leverage Serviced Housing & Co-Living Models: High-end, furnished rentals for military professionals, digital nomads, and traveling contractors.Example Strategy- Raise $1M from 10-20 investors (military/gov personnel) to buy 3-5 properties in Germany or Spain.- Use seller financing & local bank loans to maximize purchasing power.- Rent properties to military families, U.S. contractors, or co-living tenants for stable cash flow.- Utilize local tax incentives and investment visas to increase ROI.Why This Could Be a Billion-Dollar Play- Solves a real problem for U.S. military/gov professionals looking to invest overseas.- Provides stable, built-in demand (military personnel have guaranteed salaries & housing stipends).- Creates an alternative wealth-building strategy for a niche group of investors.- More scalable than traditional rentals.

Hello!Backstory: As some of you know based on previous post of mine I've found my first "possible" real estate deal.  A co-worker of mine is selling her condo (which is not listed on the market) and is allowing me fir...

@Brian Rocha  Hi Brian---I just sent to you a private message.

Eli,If I were you I would look into Subject Two, Land Contracts on Properties that are free and clear and Raising Private Money!

This is investing privately as a lender to a local investor or being LP on an investment such as a syndication.

I put on a duplex I had there and got 6 offers so I know the market is robust.. there currently.. contact me privately if interested .  

with private and HML  the deal is done all at once..