Better than inheriting tenants who may already be a problem.

So far it hasn’t been a problem.

South Carolina (where I live) is a great state for many things but not rental real estate.  

The real work is locating these properties and I've learned the best way to do this is to work in towns/areas that have online GIS systems that map; topography, wetlands, soils, etc. and assessors data available for download either from local sources or listsource.com.  

DSCR loans are based off of down payment, credit score and either actual or market rents so it helps to supercharge an investor's real estate goals and net worth. 

Real estate agents are not highly regulated in Costa Rica as opposed to North America.  

Again, if you learn some of the basics, you won't be so nervous about the problems you will eventually face.Start with BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginners Guide (free).

No problem at all. 

From a leaky roof to a backyard jungle, it was a crash course in problem-solving and patience.I bought it for $145,000, powered through the chaos with a hard money loan, and sold it for $180,000.

These hours of training is invaluable to help you decide.Anyway, both companies have great reputation and are well knowledgeable in the real estate asset protection arena.