People find their niche based on the resources they have, where they live or have connections, their stage in life, goals, risk tolerance, personality . . .

I used to live in Hawaii , and the entry barrier is just high.

My personal mantra is that I invest passively so I can live actively, and private lending allows me to do that!

I'm currently living down here but all my financials (assets, bank accounts, income, tax filings, etc) are in the US.

Also, is there a fee, if so, how much, and is it possible to start my quest for a Nevada real estate license while living in the state of Texas….

You could sell everything off and live off the cash.You could learn about seller financing and sell your properties over time, collecting payments each month without having to deal with tenants and toilets.Have you looked for a local investor group? 

It is all about intention, don't go into it without planning on living there. 

Those that don’t ban them are choosing like Las Vegas to make you live in the property while it’s rented out. 

Purchase price: $350,000 Cash invested: $600,000 I own and operate Platinum Resort Assisted Living, a 16-bed Memory Care Mansion located in the heart of Georgetown, TX!

I'm not sure what you decided on the Akron property, but I live an hour from there and could drive the neighborhood for you.