We are keeping our options open.

Apparently that definition is open to wide interpretation and unlike an independent contractor it gets really messy when you try to hold a tenant's feet to the fire over shoddy work.

Open a mortgage in Italy and send the money here2. find a partner that puts the credentials3.

I am open to commercial and certainly don’t expect to self manage.

I would be more open on using creative financing especially if you have good credit and income you can use that to leverage your way into deals with the principle.

there is a saying "it is usually the last key on the ring that opens the door" so keep at it!

Anyway I would like to connect with you further if you're open to it!

@Tiffany Ralston - I use the marketplace and for silver level coverage (80% coinsurance and a doctor visit is like $25 with prescription coverage) it is $500 / mo just for meI don't have any pre-existing conditions and do not take regular medicationIf anyone has a better / cheaper solution I would be open to hearing it 

I am open to any comments or advice as to my plan for investing in R/E.Thank you,Greg    

Would the neighbors be open to some kind of joint venture agreement?