However before actually investing, I am interested in understanding what I need to know as a US citizen owning property in Spain.  

So I've poked around real estate investing, and I understand there are support services that might be useful for the real estate industry such as clean up services when old tenants move out.

Zoning & Land Use is something that has a ton of importance and it seems like I need to understand how to establish road access and utilities (maybe they are already established – I’m not sure).

I then became active on BP and made some solid connections.You're off to a great start by completing your profile - Thank you for your service to our country!

As I understand, Landlord is responsible if something happens outside of the home, lets say the sidewalk etc.

There are companies out there that manage the whole process for you, which I am considering, though until now, I have really wanted the understand all aspects of the vacation rental myself.

Seems that someone who is VPBD would not be at this level of detail - but I don’t know how they work.In my research I found:(1) MW506AE is the application for exemption the comptrollers need regarding a 1031x, and needs to be sent in 21 days prior to closing.(2) MW506NRS is the withholding exemption.I think my CPA will handle #2 but #1 is essentially the main form in the whole timeline.I understand what these forms are and would like to get a title company that is also versed in them and not guess what needs to be done.My QI already said they will not fill it out and I guess doesn’t have all the information required for it.

Thanks in advance for any feedback.Hi Travis,I understand your hesitation – it’s always good to do your due diligence before committing to any program.

I understand the value of investing in fewer, higher-quality properties to minimize risks and maximize returns. 

I'm also interested in understanding how you arrive at these estimates.