Washington, and the North Side for cash flow, and Lawrenceville for appreciation.While deployed, build your “core 4” team (agent, lender, contractor, PM) and practice running numbers.

Starting small with a single-family rental or house hack can give you practical experience while minimizing risk.

However, over the years there have been several favorable rullings with regard to other structures (especially types of trusts) that have most folks feeling comfortable with this practice.

It is alarming to witness someone in a prominent position within James' mentorship program engage in such unethical practices.

Appraisal will likely include as-is (and sometimes as-complete) with rent schedule.Income metrics: Current leases/rent roll, market rent comps (your 1.50x DSCR is a strong starting point), PITI/HOI/taxes, and reserve plan during rehab.Insurance: Landlord policy; for reno/bridge, builder’s risk or course-of-construction as applicable.A few practical tipsPre-clear with title before you order appraisal—trust/POA acceptance is the #1 source of delays.If you choose DSCR with a rehab holdback, verify max holdback %, eligible items, draw process, and whether structural work is prohibited.If going bridge → DSCR, ask the bridge lender for a take-out friendly structure (no seasoning penalty; allow immediate refi at completion).With DSCR ≥ 1.50x, you’re in a favorable tier; strong DSCR can offset the absence of a traditional guarantor at some lenders, but expect lower LTV and higher reserve requirements.How I (or a lender like me) would proceed with youQuick review call to confirm scope of rehab and pick the right lane (DSCR + escrow vs.

Hi Marco, thanks for sharing this is a really insightful post I love how you break down the practical aspects of investing in Mexico, from presale financing to rental strategies.

If you ever want to chat about how to build confidence or practical steps to move forward I’m happy to share what’s worked for others.

This to me is unfair practice.

At the same time, I’ve backed that up with formal education, earning my MBA and completing IREM’s Certified Property Manager (CPM®) designation.That blend of experience and education has shaped how I work with investors: practical, no-nonsense, and grounded in what actually drives results.

Even one well-chosen property can teach you a lot about cash flow, property management, and financing.Mentorship: Don’t hesitate to reach out to seasoned investors in your area—many are open to mentoring newbies who show initiative.Learn to analyze deals: Start practicing with calculators and cash flow models so you can quickly spot properties that meet your goals.If you want, I can share some resources and strategies.