In general, the US requires US residents and Citizens to report worldwide income on their tax return which would include interest, dividends, capital gains and rental income.Just because you have a rental property doesn't necessarily mean that it will increase your taxes.

There are worldwide travel restrictions and mandatory quarantines.

The pandemic has caused major financial crisis at both the state and federal levels (not to mention world wide) but it is TEMPORARY and we have the power to recover from it so long as the politicians don't screw it up (wishful thinking).I think that net worth taxes are simply ridiculous and what you own, you have already paid your fair share of taxes on.

If you want a military REI specific group, I host a worldwide FB group "From Military to Millionaire" that could be worth joining, but is definitely not specific to Hampton Roads.

Just jumping into a property is a bit more of a gamble. Real

Amazing opportunities for STR, (unfortunately) many lower-wage employees that will always be here due to the nature of the tourism/hospitality industries, Worldwide recognition (you don't have to explain to anyone 'whats there to do in Orlando').

I hate the pain that accompanies these economic events for tens of millions of people in this country and billions worldwide, but my goals will not change: financial freedom for my family, neighborhood by neighborhood rehabilitation, community support, giving back, and living with delight.

The Navy keeps me away from family WAY too much and we'd have to move every 2-3 years, worldwide. 

The Navy keeps me away from family WAY too much and we'd have to move every 2-3 years, worldwide.

For example, we exist in a world wide market, and the USD is still the global currency standard so deflation in the US is experienced by planet earth.