One thing to take into consideration would be the overhead costs of being a cross-border investor, such as entity setup, property management, higher lending rates and tax filing should you choose to have a CPA.

However, one nice thing about this community is a one-time cost and it doesn't require additional payments.

I found a property in pre-foreclosure and need advice on how to clear the title in this case.Scenario:The seller wants out for the cost of his second (renovation) loan.

Modular, on the other hand, which I also deal with, you can do a mod and put it in the city limits but would cost as much or more as a stick built, more if you go with a two story.You're much better off going with an existing duplex

Most will cover up to 100% of the renovation costs and 70-90% of the purchase price, depending on factors like the type of property itself, your experience, credit position, and the lender’s specific guidelines.  

Hey Cameron, for experienced investors I can lend up to 100% of the purchase and rehab costs on 1-4 unit properties.

Don't forget the assembling cost.

The current property is propane-only, and while natural gas is available, the cost to bring the line is around $40K–$50K.

It appraised for $201,000 and I put $103,000 in my pocket after closing costs and previous mortgage payoff. 

Although the cost is high for these areas there is little new construction.