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SO the game plan is to do BRRRR.

The buy in is affordable, as are the taxes.   

Last but not the least, A VERY good property manager who can educate you on a market, help you form a strategy, fit right into your due diligence process, and execute on a clear takeover game plan as soon as you hold title! 

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If you are using HML then that should be good to start with and put some skin in the game but you have to know how to negotiate your HML. 

As more and more tourist income comes from non-gaming activities at least it's less dependent on gambling.  

I am not yet in the game but plan to be very soon.

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Then drive during rush hour and go to pro games or any event that attracts a 40 plus crowd.