If it's in the restricted zone (within 31 miles of the coast or 62 miles from an international border, you have the choice between using a bank trust and paying the fees mentioned above or using a Mexican corporation and bearing the costs of establishing and maintaining  the corporation.

I’m a first-timer, so bear with me if I sound a little clueless – I’m still figuring it all out.Here’s the scoop: I’m looking to purchase a long-term rental property within the $300-350k budget range.

In doing so, bear in mind that the cost and admin of a corporation is higher and that the tax treatment is different:1.

In addition, all Rent payments hereunder not made within five (5) days of the due date shall bear interest at the rate of one and one-half percent (1-1/2%) per month"The monthly rent is $1550 so the late fee is easy - I've set the account to charge 5% if the rent isn't received within the 10 days stated ($77.50).

Also you have to understand what kind of investor you want to be.  Are

Rodrigues' recommendation may change this), but my next question would be, are there any cities/markets where 1 of the following are true: 1) You have family/friends that live there, 2) You travel there frequently (either for vacation, work, etc.), or 3) Somewhere else you've lived before AND know the area well?

I do know Walter and have known him for more than 25 years, he is upstanding and he is smarter than the average bear, he's in the deal to help people and I have learned an immense amount from him I am now 67 years old and I bought my very first home by having my parents cosign!

All channels can work, though some bear fruit more consistently than others.. especially when you’re hoping to avoid heavy renos.

You are casting a very wide net without providing what your prioritized criteria might be. Are

If you really hustle and are smarter than the average bear, you may make enough money that you can buy an investment property.