But what you do when you just start out, with lots of options out there (that come with risks to burn a lot of cash really fast, when you shouldn't do it)?

Either way you have to take a risk, so it sounds like it's a matter of preference.

That's even more important at these lower price points because these markets will have different challenges you won't see in A or B class markets.Regarding section 8, a lot of investors are leaning toward that because they think it will solve all their problems/risks.

If we could all go to trustedREsyndication.com, deposit $500K and get a risk free 18.2% return in 2 years, we would.

I am VERY interested in your risk assessment and I'm looking to gather information and from your experience, help the decision be made.

Thanks in advance :)Every investor has a different risk tolerance, comes from a different financial situation, and has different financial goals.

You contract with the seller should spell out exactly what the risk are for him; further, you should not do this deal unless (1) the seller utilizes the services of an attorney to advise him (2) you have the cash or credit capacity to payoff or refinance the loan if it is accelerated due to the due on sale clause and (3) proper safeguards by way of third party servicer, escrow, legal documentation, are adhered to.It seems you may have a big winner; however, it’s just these that lead to lawsuits if not handled properly.   

And feel free to contact me or my wife (Marcia Gilad, also on here) with any questions, we're both investors and lenders.

Buying without any skin in the game is high-risk and a recipe for disaster.

I see a lot of unnecessary risk in investing in another country.If you still want to do it, I would start off with something on the lower end that is still nice to see how it goes for a couple of years before making a major investment out of country.I would thoroughly research all expenses such as taxes insurance, permits etc.