It's really simple; when ya don't know what to do or how to do it HIRE and employ those who do. 

Your strategy takes advantage of your employment cash flow and ability to control discretionary spending.  

These platforms are affordable and offer comprehensive reports (credit, background, eviction history) without you having to handle sensitive information directly.Verify Employment and Landlord History: Your plan to request pay stubs and a landlord reference is solid.

A proper vetting process - background, employment, credit, and reference checks - will weed out 99% of problem tenants. 

I would also look at employment/unemployment statistics, and get a good sense of who the biggest employers are in an area. 

After a year or two we intend to buy a larger property in the same area and partner with some friends on it but I do believe a boots on the ground person employed only by you is KEY to executing anything if you are not in the country yourself.

For example, population growth, employment rates, rent-to-price ratio, rental demand, etc. 

Not a ton of young professionals except in government roles (Carson City's largest employment option), or if they want a slower pace but are still willing to commute to Reno. 

Have you been employed as an Abstractor? 

You may also need to provide additional documentation, such as proof of income and employment, and may need to have a co-signer who is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.In terms of buying with an LLC, it can be a good option for some foreign buyers, as it can provide additional liability protection and potentially offer tax benefits.