Financing and tax related issues will force the other into becoming part of whatever you decide to do and you don't want to overcomplicate your marriage with financial decisions that both of you are not on board with wholeheartedly.That being said, there are other ways to invest in real estate that don't involve you moving or evening buying a home.

And should they still file taxes separately or can they file jointly?

I am a high income professional blessed with a schedule which allows for significant time off I'd rather spend with my family and hopefully investing rather than selling real estate for the commission (I'd rather work extra at my job).  

Mortgage, taxes etc amount to 1200 and HOA is 200.

@Kim Porciuncula we manage almost 700 doors, around 100 of them S8 and have clients from 11 different countries.You'll probably also need assistance with setting up an ITIN, Michigan LLC, corresponding EIN and opening a USA bank account - we have a tax attorney that can handle all that.PM us for additional assistance.

Good luck and Happy Bidding.https://www.tax.newmexico.gov/businesses/property-tax-overvi...

Get a mentor at the local association and don't be afraid to buy them breakfast, lunch or dinner on their schedule.

More details:Mortgage (principal + interest): $2930/moProperty taxes: $15K/yearHome insurance: ~$1K/yrCost of home ownership/month: $4280/yr (not counting for any tax deductions related to the interest and property tax)If I account for $20K of interest and $10K of property taxes as an income deduction, then I can reduce the cost by ($30K x 35%) divided by 12 = $875 per month = $3400/mo cost of owning the houseRental income after 35% federal income tax + 9.3% state income tax = $2618/month (!!)

So not sure if this makes any differences for tax reason buti was thinking of using my 401k money as a loan towards the down payment for a multifamily rental.

Hello,I can share with you that in Belgium you need to hold property after 5 years of holding to avoid payment of tax.