Once the municipal/state requirements are all set, do a thorough screening for any prospective tenants, have a solid lease ready to go, and take move-in pictures to have on record for any security deposit deductions after they move out.

After securing a deal, your focus will shift to closing, finding tenants, and setting up efficient management.If you haven’t already, building relationships with local agents, contractors, and property managers in PA can save you a lot of time and hassle

Visa and FinancingYou're correct that securing a mortgage might be challenging without legal status or a W2 job.

If your DSCR has improved or market rates have dropped, refinancing might secure you better terms and improve cash flow.

I think what I need is to find a lender partner that will work with me to secure 3-5 properties over the next year. 

Invest in a security camera—we had a break-in where someone lived in the house for days and stole appliances, which insurance didn’t cover.

That would allow you to dock their security deposit more than just for the prorated rent for those few days.

Something almost always comes up and that helps you be realistic when evaluating deals, securing financing, etc. 

Investment Info:

Single-family residence fix & flip investment.

Purchase price: $600,000

Cash invested: $100,000

Here is an investment Flip Property I found for my clients in the highly desirable...

From my point of view for event guest screening and security deposits, Superhog is reliable and integrates well for STRs and events, but you might need to adjust its setup for your use case.