Second, even in countries that do allow foreigners to buy investment properties relatively easily (like Spain), you typically have to come up with much larger down payments (like 40%+) as a foreigner.

Larger are as low as $1.15. 

This is what is pushing up rental demand for small MF properties that having lower rents, fees, or total move in costs compared to other larger commercial apartment complexes.

Use a tiered approval process to give them control over larger expenditures while enabling quick resolution of smaller issues.2.Proactive Maintenance: Implement preventative maintenance programs to reduce costly emergency repairs and extend the lifespan of property systems.3.Monthly Reporting: Deliver detailed monthly financial statements that outline expenses, rental income, and ROI performance.By handling their funds with care and providing transparency,  trust is built with owners, ensuring they feel confident in the relationship.Making Tenants Feel HeardHappy tenants are the foundation of long-term occupancy and reduced turnover.

Or like your plan use it all as a down payment on a much larger property.  4.

Having milestones (or checkpoints) is needed when having larger goals to ensure you are on track and keep you motivated.

You're asking someone to spend a lot of time and energy to share what they've spent years - maybe decades - learning and developing.

I believe it is a larger issue than what we define as the economy, which is mostly measured in corporate profits and Wall Street performance, this is not what the average person perceives.

Here is the how I would explain it to a kindergartner:The true power of a 1031 exchange is the ability for an investor to meet their investment objectives without losing equity to taxation.With more money they can buy larger, multiple, or more productive properties.What is the alternative?

Also consider short term month-month leases on airbnb, renting individual rooms, month to month leases, just to get the cashflow energy flowing again.