And would like to use this benefit to buy the land and build a home on it. 

Sharing my experience below - Entered into a contract almost 18 months ago, after buying a piece of land.

Basically because I'm foreign I don't qualify for residential mortgages and it would be much easier getting an asset-based debt.Or do you mean buying in cheaper tertiary markets?

I have been using my own agent off and on but wondering if it makes more sense to just use the seller agent since they may be motivated with double commission?Most of the time my agent screenshots their texts back and...

Think of the EXTREME example where someone buys a ratty house in a TERRIBLE neighborhood and then GROSSLY over improves it because that is what they know and like themselves.

I don't think I'll be ready for a couple months yet to buy, but I'm looking for some concrete answers so I know what benchmarks I need to hit in order to move forward in a purchase.

Hello Bigger pockets, Today I have a question regarding on how I should move my capital before I look to buy my first property.

All I do is buy 2-4 units to split and resale.

On Oahu the bottom line of buying in this type of zone is that you will pay higher property taxes and fees, but you have a lot more confidence that you'll be able to continue to operate your property as an STR for years to come.

For example, vets can buy a 4 plex and rent out the other 3 units.Additionally, the VA understands that active duty vets move a lot and the program is geared towards this.