STR's and LTR's both involve real estate but they are very different.In my opinion, this is a decision that should take a few amount of hours and not something you need to set aside 6-7 hours a week.

Whether you stay local or go out of state, the key is choosing a path that fits your risk tolerance and how involved you want to be day to day.

During a study, your property is analyzed in detail and involves separating the tangible property from the structure of the building.

I have a few I have my eye on that are perfect and under 900k.Clairemont is also a great area!

3) Get a PM involved now and get their opinion.

Keep clear documentation of all funds, work with a U.S. immigration attorney, and plan for long-term involvement.

As your children get older you should then involve them in underwriting, rent tracking and fundamental decision making.

It’s very block by block, so doing due diligence on the exact address is important.If you’re looking at any specific properties and just want a local opinion or eyes on it, I’m happy to help.

Also, once you involve the courts, logic rarely prevails. 

And I think you get better rates with a conventional mortgage even though more paperwork is involved.