Places like Scott mentioned have well-established property management business and a whole industry catering for the growing number of international real estate investors.

I have been tasked with marketing our project to international food chains, local clothing brands, furniture companies etc. 

They will probably have to apply for Section-8 and Food Stamps.Free house, free food, free medical.And in Boston I think they give them a free car!

Sadly, not being honest from the start immediately ruins the deal, since trust, I would argue, is THE most important quality to look for in a company that caters to OOS investors trying to invest in an area sight unseen.

I say clean it, shine it as though you are gonna serve food in it and you will be guchi.

I'm not opposed to holding on to it, however our current tenant is moving out on Jan 31st and we are questioning whether we should sell it or cater more to section 8.

They asked that during the time that they are temporarily displaced or do not have access to their bathroom, they get compensated as they will be required to pay for living elsewhere and other costs will also arise like additional food, etc if they are unable to be at home.What are your thoughts on how I should handle such a request?

) - $50.00Student Loans: - $500.00Food (includes occasional take-out): - $500.00Car Insurance: - $180.00Cell Phone: - $120.00Pet Food/Supplies: - $100.00Others (hobbies and random items): - $300.00Total Monthly Expenses: - $3000.00As you can see by quick glance, we are able to save approximately 2k-2.5K per month based on our current financial situation.

Those areas have a history of catering to and depending on tourists for government revenue.

There was droppings, rotten food, and garbage all over the floor/tables.