The loan is with you, not with your tenant, so none of that means anything to them - in fact because you live in one unit and it's under 4, if you were self-managing you don't even have to abide by fair housing laws (at least on the federal level). 

The property must be entirely owned and managed within the IRA, with all income returning to it.

Could it attract squatters, or is it the right move for responsible property management?

Here you are basically hitting it without needing to manage a property in another location.

I'm a broker and property manager here in Sacramento, I manage about 100 investment properties, multifamily LTR and STR. 

You're not in the position to be a cash buyer...as a former wealth manager, it's simply not a good play for you for many of the reasons stated above and more.  

Managing 17 shopping centers and selecting sites for new developments is no small feat—kudos to you!

I manage 400 rentals and the most significant claim ever filed was a kitchen fire that cost $20,000.

Here's what you need to know about qualifying and managing costs, including realtor fees and other expenses.Why Germany?

( Regarding interior, and not HOA, management, location)Anyone has experience renting for snowbirds?