However, by placing money in a property that I would like to have in order to increase my quality of life, that can also produce some cash flow instead of being a liability that requires money every month, I can increase my quality of life without increasing my monthly liabilities.  

While the vetting of residents is greater with FF over an Airbnb or similar platform, I think Airbnb overcharges for the increased convenience. 

Increase in property value as a long term hold until the right number comes around that you were looking for. or b.

I just can't accept such a constant ever increasing loss, even if I can afford it. 

Which increases paperwork & costs for little benefit - if any.4) You'll need an entity in the US.You need to discuss all this with a qualified tax professional or attorney.- For our clients, we provide consultations with a tax attorney that handles over 300 foreigners legal & tax needs.

My frind in Omaha ended up picking up his second property sooner than he expected, simply because he’d built a small name for himself with one successful deal already under his belt.Are you feeling confident about the day-to-day responsibilities, or is there something else in the process that’s keeping you up at night?

Rehab costs, taxes, and interest during this phase increase the depreciable basis, providing long-term tax benefits.

Towson things will be nicer but the purchase price will increase. 

As newcomers to real estate rental investing, their guidance has made us feel confident and excited about this new venture.

Quote from @Basit Siddiqi: I personally would not buy real estate with a retirement account.There are just too many headaches that are not worth the potential increased return.Some headaches when it comes to investing in real estate with a retirement account1) LTV values are less and harder to find lenders.2) Potential to sell or partially distibute the property if you have to do a RMD(Required Minimum Distribution)3) If you run out of cash and have to make a major repair, you may be out of luck and have to sell.4) Having to potentially worry about UBTI(Unrelated Business Taxable Income)I would personally invest in stocks/bonds/notes with a retirement account.I buy deals with cash and use a ROTH SDIRA so there are no RMD's.I buy at huge discounts to retail.