Viewed this way, it becomes a toss whether domestic or international investing is the riskiest.Let's give you the benefit of the doubt and assume that investing internationally is riskier.

The amount of cash-flowing deals in your market is extremely low, so when you get one you should hold on to it as long as you can so you can reap the benefits of that LA appreciation especially if the property is in a good location. 

How can I benefit myself AND my community by offering rentals?

You get the benefit of the depreciation and most of the bugs and recalls ar worked out.Let her "enjoy and reward herself" by buying a property. 

These have ACH collection systems build in along with numerous other benefits to make your life easier. 

I'm not 100% sure about each one's different benefits and cons, but which method would you recommend to use if you were in my position?

You have to have qualified technicians on staff, good luck finding someone for under $70,000 plus benefits these days.

I rely on personal care assistants (PCAs) for daily help, which are fortunately covered by government benefits.

But I can't help but think that I could benefit from the occasional discussion about real estate strategies or bounce opportunities off one another.Coach Carson's RPM program details below:Cost: ~$2500/yearBenefits (form Website):Personalized Coaching: Members receive direct support and feedback from Coach Carson and selected coaches, including monthly group coaching sessions, one-on-one "hot seat" calls, and small group coaching within Action Teams.Action Teams: These are accountability groups of 8-10 members that meet weekly over a three-month period to set and achieve goals, fostering perseverance and resilience among participants.Comprehensive Resources: Members have access to a repository of documents, systems, checklists, and more in the community swipe file, including tenant screening criteria, due diligence checklists, and rental analysis spreadsheets.Exclusive Community: RPM offers a private community of like-minded investors who prioritize time and freedom over scaling rapidly, providing a supportive environment for shared learning and growth.The Group Targets:Investors with experience owning 1 to 8+ properties, whether short-term (e.g., Airbnb), mid-term, or long-term rentals.Individuals who are coachable, hardworking, and value time and freedom over aggressive scaling.

They've given different options and all to their benefit mostly.