: Homes come with unexpected costs (repairs, HOA fees). Unlike a savings account, your money is "locked" in the house and cannot be easily accessed if you need to move back to your home country. Key Strategy: The "Plan B" If you decide to buy, have an exit strategy:
: Identify a management company that can handle the property on your behalf from abroad.
: You can often deduct mortgage interest and property taxes from your federal income tax, which is a major advantage for high-earning H-1B holders.
: Homes come with unexpected costs (repairs, HOA fees). Unlike a savings account, your money is "locked" in the house and cannot be easily accessed if you need to move back to your home country. Key Strategy: The "Plan B" If you decide to buy, have an exit strategy:
: Identify a management company that can handle the property on your behalf from abroad.
: You can often deduct mortgage interest and property taxes from your federal income tax, which is a major advantage for high-earning H-1B holders.