In my head that bumps me to 14 basically.

Beyond that I wouldn't do anything but basic maintenance.

My long-term goal is to build a portfolio of cash-flowing properties in the US that I can manage remotely, generate income in USD, and scale over time.I understand the basic concept of BRRRR, but as an international investor, I’m still trying to figure out how to start the process from abroad.

Quote from @Andrew Chase: I really look at this at what is the basics verse the luxuries!

When a tenant destroys the house and it's basically known they were terrible and did damage on purpose but for unknown reason, what is the conversation you have telling them there is no security deposit left?

So basically you try to connect with the homeowners directly via cold calling/texting, direct mails etc.

There are plenty of free tutorials on YouTube to walk you through the basics if you’re new to it.

I'm looking to make new connections and hope to hear stories of others who have gone through a  divorce or other major life event in their mid-40s and are basically restarting their entire financial journey.

Basically the calculation is total return / equity.  

There are many experienced GP syndicators who have failed in very basic financial and RE concepts.