I've been wondering things such as, should this CPA be located in the state where my rentals are or in the state I live in?

One last advice I can give you is that MORE is not better, choose low maintenance high demand locations and the rest will fall into place.

Security for one - so put them on title as co-owner.

We secured a comprehensive plan for renovations, including a quote for necessary foundation repairs.

Ive lived in Thailand the last four years and have an opportunity to purchase a 30 year lease on a brand new fully furnished eco 1 bedroom at a beautiful tropical location that only gets busier each year.

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Our collaborative approach allowed us to secure favorable terms and confidently invest in the property, leading to a successful renovation and sale.

Mcallen has been named top three safest cities in the US. https://smartasset.com/data-studies/safest-cities-in-america...Edinburg which is also located out here has a university that just adopted a football program that starts in Fall 2025.

You can find good investments in any location if you can get the property at a good price point.   

Freddie Mac, which is still under government conservatorship since the Great Financial Crisis, is proposing to buy these second mortgages on the secondary mortgage debt markets as a mortgage-backed security.