If you want to find out how much equity you have to see if that’s an option for you, connect with a real estate agent and ask for a professional equity assessment report (PEAR).Who knows, you may find out you have enough equity to buy your next place outright– and with today’s mortgage rates, not having to take out a home loan is pretty incredible.

Readers should seek professional advice.

@Salome Ditmars In addition to what has already been shared on this thread, trusting the sponsor will be paramount to you sleeping at night, and I can't stress that enough.

LTR tenants are required to have the home professionally cleaned. 

I’m eager to gain hands-on experience and learn from an experienced professional.

It is important that you hire professionals who have experience working with foreign investors.

On the other hand, true private lenders are not professional lenders and hedge fund type lenders (which is what hard money lenders are), but instead are regular people in your circle and sphere of influence.

But I really don't know, I'm not an agent or a lawyer, so please seek professional guidance, for sure!

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I see the same (professional) Tenants coming to my Court every couple of years, with a NEW Landlord.