In any case, you can easily calculate that.Looking at your objective of retiring in Costa Rica, you have two options:1.

Operators tell me that the objection to the costs are from the children of the elder who don’t want mom to spend down her savings, fearing that she will run out of money and that there will not be any left to pass down to the kids.

Where I'm at, nail holes to hang objects are considered normal wear and tear.

While this review appears comprehensive and objective at first glance, I see a concerning pattern.Looking through William Ferr's posting history on BiggerPockets, there's an unmistakable pattern of consistently promoting Jonathan Halves and his training course The Land Method and his Land Riches Blueprint, while criticizing other educators.

Writing them down turns your ideas into tangible objectives you can work toward.

With the increased competition, it’s also crucial to prepare your listing to stand out and work to address buyer objections prior to going on market.

If that area doesn’t align with my objectives, what’s the next town that’s about to “take off?” 

Armed with this information, carefully evaluate whether the numbers meet your investment objectives before making a decision.Good Luck!

Following the shiny object, throwing money at a market you don't know well, and blindly trusting strangers that have a clear profit motive put you in a poor position to succeed regardless of where you choose to invest.

Computers can analyze property based on subjective data (square footage, # of beds/baths, etc.) but cannot calculate for objective data (quality of kitchen cabinets/counters, size of bedrooms and bathrooms, view out the living room window, etc.).You should study the market yourself.