Since you're a U.S. citizen living abroad, non-QM (non-qualified mortgage) programs designed for foreign nationals might be an ideal solution for your situation.

Commissions on all sides have gone up nationally since August 17th.

Avoid National/Very Large companies i.e.

Currently interested in north Dallas area, Ohio, and properties offered by REI Nation.

Its a magnet for grifters and fools, and the "investing" equivilent of going to that crummy casino in National Lampoons Vegas Vacation (?)

Or, would my money be better spent someplace down south or by a National Park that would have year round traffic.My goal is to have a place where my family can spend a couple of weeks during the Summer, pad my retirement a bit, and have a place to leave my kids.Thank you in advance for your input.

This particular neighborhood is known nationally and very prissy.

Here are five important things to consider when making your decision:Certifications & Licenses: Hire a firm with AMO accreditation and CPM professionals to ensure best practices and ethical management.Local Experience: National firms aren’t always better.

I am also a local investor in Denver and I would highly suggest attending some in-person networking events my favorite in the metro area is Rocky Mountain Women Invest, it's once a month, free to attend and the next meeting is this week on 10/1! 

Thanks @Remington Lyman.Salvatore - as a foreign national there are some constraints for sure.Happy to walk through some options to see if we can assist.