Hi Lisa, As an investor, I have worked with all types of realtors, but for investment property I would say that you have to have an experienced realtor in investment properties or you have to have enough experience for the deal to work with.Experienced Realtor will help you with the contract (which in many cases are not simple), but most importantly with spotting issues in the property that could cost you thousands.Your concern is valid so it is important to sign a Buyer Representation Agreement, in which case the realtor has to work for you over his/her own interest (or you can sue him).The idea is not to sue them, but to make sure you trust them enough to work with them. 

Have you reached out to the neighbors about sharing the cost of the repair?

It was very outdated but had no major renovation costs.

Locations with a strong job market tend to attract more renters and buyers, which can lead to higher property values and rental income.Accessibility to TransportationThe accessibility of a location to transportation, such as highways, public transit, and airports, can impact the desirability of a property.

I have been advising friends and family against investing here due to high costs and no cashflow for years.

Villas and houses are also selling and renting exceptionally well.As you may be aware, the Tulum and PDC markets are dollarized, but many soft and hard costs are in Mexican pesos.

Cost of entry is lower as well. 

For example, the costs to obtain the mortgage are typically amortized over the life of the loan.Real estate also offers expenses that do not involve cash coming out of your pocket. 

You'll also want to ensure you have a good property manager to look after the upkeep of the property if you are not there to notice anything deteriorating or which may need attention.Creating an LLC in California could cost you a minimum tax of $800 every year.

In Lake Tahoe having more beds is better sometimes because the average daily rate is higher so more people generally want to split the cost.