my google search of asset definition had as its first entry: "a useful or valuable thing, person, or quality."

I personally own properties in these areas, and they’ve been performing well in terms of cash flow! 

I will be honest and let you know that your agent should be sending you personalized deal flow and providing numbers on why they think it's a great deal.

Unlike long-term rentals, STRs can be treated as non-passive, allowing depreciation deductions, including bonus depreciation (40% in 2025) on eligible assets.For tiny homes, tax classification matters:If mobile, it is considered personal property, allowing 100% depreciation under §179, subject to income limits.

i think this is a decision only you can make. im in a similar boat (house hacking my primary) and considering renting the whole thing out to get a solo home for myself. certainly a lot of appeal in that, given how much work goes into the house hack. but whether or not the numbers on cash flow align is up to you. personally i dont think $150 (seems like about 12%?)

This is a very personal question that is difficult to answer. 

The GSEs, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, both allow the use of foreign income under certain circumstances.In the personal tax returns provided by a borrower, you may see an IRS Form 2555, which identifies the foreign earned income.

Hey @Cameron MarroPersonal Loan or Line of Credit: If you have decent credit, a personal loan or line of credit could give you access to the cash you need for renovations without using your property as collateral.

Personally I would just get the proper licensing and insurance if I wanted to manage properties for others. 

@Levi Perl Since your single-member LLC (SMLLC) is a disregarded entity, all rental income or losses are reported directly on your personal tax return rather than at the LLC level.