We used an REO broker to find bulk packages of foreclosed distressed houses for sale from banks.

If comps for a 3 unit property are in the 950k range, then that is what it will come in at.The revenue from the STR will have no bearing on the value of the property itself.People argue about it from time to time, but I spoke with 10 different lenders, banks, credit unions, private lenders, etc etc and they all said the same thing.

My total portfolio in this area I spent approximately $350k ($150k my cash, $200k bank carry).

@Rick ImI have an expense account called "Failed Real Estate Escrow Expenses " (in QuickBooks) for my flipping business and bookkeeping clients.

During the month of November, 4 units, pretty much all my problem tenants, picked up in the middle of their lease terms and vacated after failing to pay November rent.

That's why your having difficulty getting any valuation from a bank.

Make sure you are using an FDIC Fullly Delegated Bank. 

As a foreigner it is recommended to buy tru a bank trust https://www.tulumrealty.net/Buying_In_Mexico/page_2481994.html, 

Welcome to the world of bank loans!

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