The age when houses were built is of some importance for sure.

Hey, I’m not an investor, but some unexpected costs to consider are closing costs, agent commissions, and most importantly, taxes.

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Verifying last 2 years of rental history very important!

I agree with the comments above.Most important is a fully furnished, comfortable property with the basic amenities: coffee, teas, functional kitchen (all utensils, spices, cooking and baking, etc.)

Try reaching out to local media outlets, search for articles talking bout fraud, find the reporter who wrote the article and reach out to them.

Remember your situation is unique so it's important to consult with a tax advisor or CPA to explore all available options and ensure compliance with tax regulations.Thanks!

Important to know who they are and who they are not. 

I see the importance of having a team to help you out, but I don't understand the portion about paying back the loan, how much I should have before investing, if there are anything different if I will be investing from another country as a citizen etc.

I don't personally care about checks anymore so that wasn't an important feature for me.