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. 

My role involves helping global investors understand the Dubai market, navigate the investment process, and connect with reliable on-the-ground resources.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 marketsA 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 marketsIf 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.Looking forward to learning from this community and contributing wherever I can!

My role involves helping global investors understand the Dubai market, navigate the investment process, and connect with reliable on-the-ground resources.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 marketsA 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 marketsIf 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.Looking forward to learning from this community and contributing wherever I can!

My role involves helping global investors understand the Dubai market, navigate the investment process, and connect with reliable on-the-ground resources.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 marketsA 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 marketsIf 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.Looking forward to learning from this community and contributing wherever I can!

It’s also important to ask how they handle maintenance requests and emergency situations, as well as their process for managing evictions or difficult tenants.

To further along your growth, mentorships (which I would love to have) are offered but for someone like me who is still trying to build an emergency fund and does not have much capital, these prices are astronomical!

I built my MTR systems so well, I can manage everything while traveling — no emergencies, no chaos.Here’s what I use:-Guesty or Hospitable for messaging-Breezeway or Turno for cleanings-Google Drive for standardized check-in/out docsAutomation is key.

Hey @Janene Haynes, Right now, I’d recommend focusing on tightening your finances, building a solid emergency fund, and saving toward your down payment.

Great questions @Benjamin HeddenThe closest to 10% cap rate I'm seeing in NYC these days is a 5–7% — usually in emerging parts of Brooklyn, Upper Manhattan, or the Bronx.Just a note — anything above 7% cap in NYC usually means significant deferred maintenance, tenant issues / rent-stabilized mix (with election of Zohran - best to stay away from stabilized buildings bc of the new mayor's rent freeze policy), higher-crime area, or mismanagement that needs a value-add.These last few weeks, many people are approaching me with a $500K-$1M budget.

I have read that 6months worth of emergency funds should be set aside, usually refers to personal emergency issues.