Your value will be limited by the comps available even if they are all dated.

In many countries, it's impossible to get mortgages because they don't exist or are only available to locals.

Both have inherent risks, levels of influence available to an investor, and the possibility of principal lost.The level of “control” you feel you may have over real estate does not negate the fact that there things you cannot control.

You can do it with a few family members and it would help to know what could be available to you so you are ready when you find that deal!

I requested their financials and they said they don't have much available, just their tax returns.

I have found several units available in the correct zoning that allow daily rentals, so finding a property to do this strategy; I am not worried about.    

I am available to discuss your property today if you have some time.  

I will look into multi-family units available in my area and price range

Series LLCs are not available in all states.

Also when you say "I only want a blue car", and you ignore the hundreds of red and yellow cars that are available, you make life very hard for yourself.