That doesn't mean building something that doesn't fit or make sense in your area, but a home that is unique can be a competitive advantage and bring a higher return.

Either you have to find a property with a unique problem you can fix, or offer what you think makes sense and will equal a good return.

I'm unique and get to have both experiences.

You have a very unique experience as a professional athlete I'm sure.I think you'd benefit from really nailing down your goals first.

It has really affected the non-career choices I make such as buying a home, starting a family, traveling...Becoming financially independent is really difficult when you have a bigger hole to dig yourself out of first.I wish this was not a recurring theme I hear all the time. 

The syndication opportunity with this particular operator I’ve met with is unique.

@Ilan FriedmanI'd recommend onboarding a CPA that has experience with both international taxation as it relates to the US and real estate.There are multiple filing exposures unique to a US citizen living abroad and the penalties for even non-willful negligence are steep.

I have used some unique methods of patching doors too. 

I feel like I'm in a unique situation but I have to imagine there are rental property investors in CA working in the PA market.

I always thought about working alongside an investor but property management would give me a unique perspective into the day to day management of multi-family properties.