As that will at least help folks that you reach out to know that you are a real person, with a picture and professional bio.

Choose the neighborhood wisely and do not skip a professional RE photographer.3) It took about two dozen house tours until we found a house where a single female could check in alone at night and feel safe getting from her car to the house.

Some international investors just want to park their money, don't trust the stock market, and don't seem to care about ROI.

I would just be careful going over there taking off locks etc.

A licensed architect in DC with +7 years of professional experience in architecture, design, and construction management.

If you're not careful, you can have your entire gain converted into non-exchangeable ordinary income. 

Also you might learn to work leases, where people probably care less about your age. 

**Cost-Effective**: Broker opinions of value are typically much less expensive than a full professional appraisal, often costing only $50-$500[1][2][3].2.

It's a fantastic way to grow your portfolio while deferring taxes, but it requires careful planning and adherence to IRS rules. 

Establish contacts with other DMV-area professionals, wholesalers, real estate brokers, and investors.