If this isn't really something you're open to doing then I'd probably focus on a turnkey single family property that will get good appreciation over the next 10-30 years. 

Originally posted by @Morgan McRae:I found this discussion very helpful.

If this is the case, set up your listings on Airbnb etc. but block out the calendar until you are ready to start taking reservations.  

The realtors seem to talking more about per door price in this area...they appear to be ignoring the cap rates and cashflow and really anything other than per door price.  

Is this deal worth it?

Now, I have seen some lenders get really annoying about this and require a spouse to be on the loan...so IF YOU CAN find a lender that will allow just you, then that's the route we want to go.Hope that makes sense.

As Nick mentioned, Airdna would be helpful here.Mexico may be the exception. 

The closing attorney or Title company may be the determiner for an answer and usually at this point in the process as an agent I'd defer to them.As an investor, I think I'd want all this squared away before closing so maybe check with the attorney/closing company.

Superhog - I've been using this for STR but not sure if it would be good with event guests2.

Quote from @Michael Zimeri: Hi Marise,This is Michael from Coldwell Banker UAE.I have been in the BiggerPockets community for a few weeks now and from what I have seen is that this community and tools are mostly oriented towards the US market.Regarding analysis for Dubai, I would more than gladly guide you through the Dubai market if you wish!