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.

It is counter intuitive, but highest rent rarely means highest earnings for the owner over the long term.Now, you shouldn’t be way below market rates, but keeping a small cushion—5% or so between your price and the price they could get elsewhere will be a strong motivator for the tenant to stay.It is expensive to move.

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.

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

I think 30% of income going to vacancy, repairs and capex is conservative and gives you a good cushion.  

@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.

If you feel confident you can rent it out with little time between tenants, if you can raise rents to give you some cushion all those things might make it a good buy.

I have used some unique methods of patching doors too.