HI we are Canadians investing in the us we  invest in Detroit and toledo where we have great teams on the ground including trusted property managers who take great care of our properties.

I suppose I am grateful that there even was money to leave in the deal and that I have flexibility on what my next step is. 

Typically romex and copper wiring was introduced and most systems have been grounded - this will save you on electrical costs. 

Our situations are also a great reminder that someone has always had it worse, and there is a lot to be grateful for if we look at the situation the right way!

You'd have to get boots on the ground and talk to people. 

And if so, then anyone with direct knowledge has solid grounds for filing a complaint with the SEC (and/or consulting with their attorney).On top of that he said that he lost his and his wife's retirement money.

And don’t be afraid to chat with leasing agents in Brickell-they can give you a boots-on-the-ground perspective on rental demand.Natalie, your story reminds me of a friend of mine, Alex, who house-hacked a two-bedroom condo in Phoenix.

If I were you, I’d consider chatting with a property management firm active in that area...SlateHouse Group’s name comes up in local investor circles now and then...just to get a sense of what rents are really doing on the ground.

Yeap i have helped my OOS/International partners self manage. i can give you insights as the person on the ground

Gatlinburg is ground zero.