Additionally, you may be planning on living in this future home for some time. 

Get C-ompetent help, not just S-omeone.

Quote from @Eyad Ahmed: Starting my Virual wholesaling plan from egypt is quite challenging but doable i'm targeting indiana market with an established LLC and the deal machine software and mojo dialer and a presence whether on social media, a website,etc  looking to connect with realtors as I'm looking to start novations as well alongside wholesaling any recommendations about my plan or tips and trick's on how to close my first deal, also if there is any buyers in, fort wayne, indiana polis,munchie drop your email to add you to our end-buyers list also any recommemdations of title company that deals with digital banking for example: mercury,wise,relay and is investor friendlyI am the owner of DealMachine and also have 19 properties in Indianapolis.

Shake down runs help sort things that guests will find that you might have missed.That is what we did for part of our first year and it was very helpful.

Find someone who can help you dial down on what YOU want as an asset, and has experience with that kind of property. 

This could easily cost you $10’s of thousands if you plan to stay in the home 5+ years when you return. 

You've got this...

Make sure you talk to a Banker or Loan officer that is well versed in both SE (Self Employed) income and also Non/QM programs.One tip I will give you as a Banker is open up a "Business Checking account" and for the next 12 months pay "Everything" out of that account. 

Thanks Erwin, always very helpful.

I've been on this board since 2010 and haven't found an example yet.