I was also planning to work for a property managing firm to learn the ropes of the state and local codes while continuing to invest.

There's supposedly a large medical center being planned, which will also need convenient housing.

.🚨 Common issues I see:❌ Not properly tracking repairs vs. capital improvements❌ Missing out on cost segregation & depreciation write-offs❌ Scrambling at tax time instead of planning proactivelyI’d love to hear from the group—what’s been your biggest tax headache as an investor?

It sounds like you might be in the situation I'm in: buying a vacation home that I plan to use as a STR when I'm not using it so that other people can help pay my mortgage.

I contemplated appealing it, but I figured I would go after the PM instead, which I plan to do.

In many cases bigger banks or lenders have specific programs that cater to first time home buyers and investors. 

@Robel NessroGreat plan. 

I’m in a small financial bind right now and I could use the $300 back, especially since I’m not really planning on using the pro features any time soon. 

Just going to piggy back on what others are saying here with a simple question you should ask when considering buying any existing property, assuming you aren't buying with the plan to demolish and build something new:- When my current tenant leaves, what kind of tenant will replace them?

You'll need either a POA or schedule an appointment at the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate for document signing - and you need to plan this well in advance!