Finding a property with a garage or convertible income-producing space sub-$300K will be your biggest challenge. 

Tax- property income tax in the Philippines.

Neighborhood quality can vary street to street in some areas and there can also be stark differences in tax rates and city ordinances in some suburbs.   

How do I reimburse them for supplies and labor in a way that is still tax deferred?

Our Tax Guy does our depreciation for us so not sure if that is available, but I DO know that he can glean the reports it gives to get all the info he needs.

Just wanted to share, I've noticed a loosening in down payment requirements for DSCR (debt service ratio loans) that either use the actual or proposed rental income to qualify.

The seller is responsible for repairs and taxes. 

- ie can one structure the acquisition with fixed rate debt where the property will be “self-supporting” - produce enough income to pay all operating amd debts expenses with a little left over as cash flow - as a protective layer for the inevitable downtown.2.

We want to utilize our income to set us up for financial success as we get older and for generational wealth for our kids. 

From a tax strategy stand point, is it best I charge myself commission or not?