Phase 3 · International Markets

Global Expansion Roadmap

After establishing a US cash-flowing portfolio of 3–5 multifamily units, expand into international STR markets. Target USD-economy or USD-revenue markets first, then Golden Visa opportunities for long-term wealth and lifestyle optionality.

Investment Phase Timeline

Phase 1 — Now

Liquidate Land, Build Capital

→List Lamar County TX ($4,900 cash / $7,900 OF)
→Verify APN for Shelby Lot 2, then list ($4,500 cash)
→Stack proceeds toward $28,600 down payment
→Secure financing (DSCR, FHA, or seller fin)

Phase 2 — 12–24 Months

Acquire 1st Duplex/Triplex, Optimize Cash Flow

→Close on 501 SW 34th St San Antonio ($143K target)
→Implement BRRRR strategy — cosmetic rehab
→Lease to workforce or MTR tenants ($1,800–$2,200/mo)
→Cash-out refinance → acquire 2nd unit
→Build to 3–5 multifamily units generating $3K–$6K/mo net

Phase 3 — 3–5 Years

International STR Expansion

→Deploy profits into international STR markets
→Start with USD-friendly markets (Belize, Mexico)
→Expand to Golden Visa markets (Portugal, Greece)
→Build globally diversified STR income stream

Target International Markets

🇧🇿PHASE 3

Belize

Central America

Beachfront STR

USD economy, English-speaking, no capital gains tax. Ambergris Caye and Hopkins are top STR markets with strong expat demand.

USD economyNo capital gains taxEnglish-speakingExpat community

Status: Phase 3 — Roadmap

🇮🇩PHASE 3

Bali

Southeast Asia

Digital Nomad Villa STR

High-yield tourism market. Villa STR in Canggu and Seminyak delivers strong returns. Digital nomad visa makes extended stays viable.

High STR yieldsDigital nomad visaLow cost of livingTourism boom

Status: Phase 3 — Roadmap

🇦🇪PHASE 3

Dubai

Middle East

Luxury STR / Global Investor

Zero capital gains, zero income tax. Luxury STR market with global demand. Business-friendly regulatory environment.

Zero capital gainsZero income taxGlobal hubLuxury market

Status: Phase 3 — Roadmap

🇵🇹PHASE 3

Portugal

Europe

Golden Visa / Lisbon STR

EU base of operations. Golden Visa program, Lisbon and Porto STR markets. NHR tax regime for expats.

Golden VisaEU baseNHR tax benefitsLisbon/Porto demand

Status: Phase 3 — Roadmap

🇨🇷PHASE 3

Costa Rica

Central America

Eco-Tourism STR

Strong eco-tourism demand, established expat community, favorable residency options. Beach and mountain STR markets both viable.

Eco-tourism boomExpat communityResidency programsStable economy

Status: Phase 3 — Roadmap

🇹🇭PHASE 3

Thailand

Southeast Asia

Digital Nomad STR

Extremely low cost of living, Chiang Mai and Phuket STR markets. Thailand Elite visa provides long-term stay option.

Ultra-low costsThailand Elite visaPhuket/Chiang MaiStrong demand

Status: Phase 3 — Roadmap

🇲🇽PHASE 3

Mexico

North America

Tulum / Playa STR Boom

Tulum and Playa del Carmen experiencing explosive STR demand. Proximity to US market, peso-denominated costs with USD revenue.

USD revenuePeso costsTulum boomUS proximity

Status: Phase 3 — Roadmap

🇨🇴PHASE 3

Colombia

South America

Medellín Tech Hub

Medellín is a rising tech and digital nomad hub. Low acquisition costs, growing STR market, improving infrastructure.

Low acquisition costsTech hubDigital nomad growthInfrastructure investment

Status: Phase 3 — Roadmap

🇬🇷PHASE 3

Greece

Europe

Golden Visa / Island STR

Greek Golden Visa offers EU residency at lower thresholds than Portugal. Island STR (Santorini, Mykonos, Crete) with premium pricing.

Golden VisaEU citizenship pathIsland STR premiumTourism demand

Status: Phase 3 — Roadmap

International STR Entry Strategy

1. USD-First Markets

Start with markets where revenue is USD-denominated (Belize, Mexico). Eliminates currency risk and simplifies tax filing. Lower barrier to entry.

2. Due Diligence

Research foreign ownership laws (some countries restrict non-citizen land ownership), lease structures, and STR licensing requirements in target cities.

3. Local Partnerships

Partner with a local property manager or real estate attorney for first international acquisition. Essential for navigating legal, permitting, and cultural nuances.

4. Golden Visa Play

Portugal and Greece Golden Visa programs offer EU residency (and path to citizenship) in exchange for qualifying real estate investments. Long-term optionality.

Global Phase 3 is contingent on US portfolio stability. Focus: build domestic cash flow first, then diversify internationally. The US duplex acquisition unlocks Phase 2 — which unlocks Phase 3.