. $75-$80/sf overseas (high quality)-loan service costs are cheaper in US vs overseas…-reselling in US is much easier vs overseas-maintenance people, managers and operation costs are way lower for option 2I know that these are very broad different scenarios with a lot of variables…however I am trying to see if I can get some feedback.

It’s so much easier with help.

In Ontario its always recommended that tenants have rental insurance to protect their belongingsI don't see how you can be at fault unless the tenant previously notified you that something was wrong with the door or window that may have allowed easier access by the burglar 

It will be much easier to partner with someone if you're willing to put money/knowledge and construction costs into a deal. 

That means your targeting a very unique tenant, one who is affluent enough to afford the rent, but has such unique circumstances (job moves a lot, etc.) that they don't want to put down roots and buy.

Some sources you can use in targeting specific markets...www.bls.gov www.city-data.com/2.

Which was another reason I highly considered the 506(c) since I am familiar with SEO targeted advertising. ( Targeted advertising was also helpful in securing a buyer for my Company's first multifamily deal a while back) Considering my familiarity with technology and platforms I am surprised I missed that idea.

For almost every project we’re involved with we can value-engineer the design and or materials selection so there is NO increase in budget for the project which will ultimately be: safer, healthier, more energy efficient (net-zero being the goal), easier to maintain and insure, and feel more comfortable.Investors, in my opinion, are missing an opportunity by not embracing green.

It's a good amount of work, but I'm getting my systems down, and it's already getting easier!

Its quite a bit easier getting started in real estate investing part time while working a an high paying job and focus on a full time real estate transition.