Acquiring real estate to make money off it is one popular way to generate cash flow, but buying investment properties isn’t always risk-free or problem-free, especially if the property you’re planning to purchase is in another country. It’s a complex operation and takes a lot more than just having sufficient capital. There are a host of other factors to consider and more often than not, you’ll find that some steps in the process require professional help.

Here are some things to keep in mind before you get your feet wet in the residential investment property market.