Unfortunately.. locals will still be upset either way.

Consult a CPA or real estate attorney to understand tax implications, build a reserve fund for unexpected costs, and research local regulations to ensure a smooth and profitable transition into rental property ownership.Good luck!

Networking with Canadians who’ve invested in the U.S. and finding good local agents or property managers will also help a lot.

Here are some practical steps and strategies to consider:## Single Family and Small Multifamily HomesWhen looking at single-family and small multifamily homes in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin, make sure to analyze the local market trends, rental yields, and property appreciation rates.

Yep check BP and Meetup.com or Eventbrite for local meetups @Baron Wheeler

Even tried craigslist and local paper once.

Buy a used book and find someone local who's doing the thing, and make them your mentor.

If you have a local appliance store near the rental, go there and talk to them. 

Tahoe isn't ideal right now as the local community is vehemently anti-Airbnb and the permitting system is challenging to navigate.

@Tim Bergstrom I am a lender with a local bank here in Louisville and an investor personally as well.