Investing OOS has a high risk of being a financial anchor and even in a best case scenario you can get better returns with less risk in other investments that are also more liquid IMO.

You might have better luck looking in smaller cities or suburbs where prices aren’t as inflated but there’s still demand.Also, before jumping in, run the numbers carefully  material and labor costs can be high, and flipping timelines sometimes stretch longer than planned.

I joined BiggerPockets to: Learn from experienced US investorsShare insights about international markets (especially Dubai)Connect with people exploring cross-border opportunitiesContribute to discussions around global diversification, new development strategies, and emerging markets  A bit about me: I work closely with overseas agents and high-net-worth clientsI focus on market research, investment structures, and global portfolio planningI’m passionate about bridging US–UAE real estate communities and helping investors compare returns across markets  If anyone is curious about the Dubai investment landscape, global real estate trends, or simply wants to network with someone in the Middle East, I’m always happy to connect and exchange knowledge. 

I joined BiggerPockets to: Learn from experienced US investorsShare insights about international markets (especially Dubai)Connect with people exploring cross-border opportunitiesContribute to discussions around global diversification, new development strategies, and emerging markets  A bit about me: I work closely with overseas agents and high-net-worth clientsI focus on market research, investment structures, and global portfolio planningI’m passionate about bridging US–UAE real estate communities and helping investors compare returns across markets  If anyone is curious about the Dubai investment landscape, global real estate trends, or simply wants to network with someone in the Middle East, I’m always happy to connect and exchange knowledge. 

I joined BiggerPockets to: Learn from experienced US investorsShare insights about international markets (especially Dubai)Connect with people exploring cross-border opportunitiesContribute to discussions around global diversification, new development strategies, and emerging markets  A bit about me: I work closely with overseas agents and high-net-worth clientsI focus on market research, investment structures, and global portfolio planningI’m passionate about bridging US–UAE real estate communities and helping investors compare returns across markets  If anyone is curious about the Dubai investment landscape, global real estate trends, or simply wants to network with someone in the Middle East, I’m always happy to connect and exchange knowledge. 

Rents are too high.

Ask for historical demand at the meter if possible.Connectivity: Verify nearby fiber routes and whether a second carrier can provide diverse entry for redundancy.Cooling Strategy: Mix of DX/CRACs or in-row with hot aisle containment; these boxes can work well with compartmentalized rooms.

Quote from @Mike Dymski: Going through the disposal grinds up any food from the dishwasher...and prevents clogged sink backflow into the dishwasher. 

Update Your Pricing for Every Host City Match DateThis is the big one.You are not looking at a “busy weekend event.”You’re looking at multiple waves of global demand.These dates are high-value, high-competition, travel-heavy booking windows.If your calendar is still showing your normal rates… you’re done before you’ve even started.Why this matters:Fans travel in groupsThey book fast once fixtures dropThey’re willing to pay premium ratesThey stay longer than you thinkLocal supply dries up ridiculously earlyDon’t be the host who leaves thousands on the table simply because your calendar still shows your shoulder-season pricing.2.

The owner had $1.35 million of high interest mortgage debt (hard money at 13%) as was looking to refinance the loans (each building had its own loan) in default.Building one had main road access, was 12,000 square feet, 90% occupied, rent roll $216,000 annually, with about $40,000 annual operating expenses.