Target renovations that appeal to the local workforce and lifestyle.

@Mateusz SkibaRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Usually treaties tax the sale of real estate to the country in which the property is located, so there likely won't be an issue, but it's always a good idea to confirm.

I work in a controversial job... the dilemma is - it's not in real estate. 

Columbus has ranked on the top 10 markets that outline that for the past 6 months at least. the best place to buy new builds is in higher priceopint markets but where the costs haven't gotten out of control. besides that I'd recommend working with a vertically integrated land development, real estate development, and new construction firm or design build firm who also understands market conditions. 

Also, for recommendations and local attractions, i would recommend creating an online guidebook and putting the link in the message.

Also if you have very good banking relationships you might get your local community bank that you have all your accounts with to do a loan..

@Cathy LiRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

**Credit Unions or Local Banks**: Smaller financial institutions like credit unions or regional banks might be more open to taking a second position, especially if you have a good relationship with them.3.

I would not let some arbitrage my property because I can do it myself and cut them out :)Even if you are not interested you could hire a good local manager and still cut them out.