So you are going to have to work through that fear and find a Qi who has the demonstrated experience and protections to make you comfortable.  

The only other option is to buy it as an investment property, but the rates are 1.5% more with 20% down, or 1% more with 25% down and 1 point.Was wondering if maybe anyone had any experience with this? 

I am a Real Estate Developer and multi-family investor based in Toronto, Canada, with over a decade of experience in these asset classes and a portfolio spanning 900+ units.

Come up with plans on how to deal with these risks if they come up.Connect with local real estate professionals, Airbnb hosts, property managers, and investors to gain insights from their experiences.

Connecting with Florida Investors: I'm looking to connect with anyone with experience investing in the Florida market, particularly the Tampa Bay area.

I have been investing in real estate for over 20 years, but have no experience in short term rentals like Airbnb.

In my experience the Landlord / Tenant laws are less favorable in Chicago and I have concerns in how the budget deficit in Illinois is going to play out.

Would like some feedback on folks experiences working with Kay Properties in doing at 1031 to a DST.

My experience in the mortgage industry came in handy through out knowing what questions to ask.

Living in the US now, planning to go back to Spain within the next 5 years and I am wondering if anyone has experience using the BRrr strategy there.