Always consult with your attorney before you rely on the above information.  

With two years left until military retirement, prepare for retirement and investing by building cash reserves, developing multiple income streams, and growing education.Good luck!

China has cheaper labor, almost no EPA constraints, far cheaper electric power with their new Dam, etc.

Quote from @Jaycee Greene: Then the question is if you want to deal with a long-distance rental property (I'm assuming the GA place is north of Atlanta, which is at least 5 hours from Fairhope).

I don't personally invest in real estate near Temple's campus but have good relationships with a few peers who owned considerable portfolios in the area.

Check with the county to confirm you can do this.

Happy to have a conversation as I have extensive experience working with non-US citizens.

I work extensively with expats and they have had a lot of success investing in the US.

@Tom CarmodyI would recommend getting in touch with owners in the particular hotel you’re wanting to buy in and ask them how they like it and how much they are really making & any issues with the hotel.

If you have a 3bed/2bath with 1,800 square feet, granite counters, tile floors, and attached 2-car garage, then you want to look for homes that have those same features and see what they are renting for.