Can I use a local notary or would I have to go to a US consulate/embassy. 

It seems as if they intentionally made the breakdown of the payouts difficult to understand.

I’d love to hear from fellow self-managing landlords about the biggest lessons you’ve learned along the way—whether it’s handling difficult move outs, maintenance strategies, or unique ways to streamline day-to-day operations.

@Michael Beirne Lower priced markets such as Baltimore are very difficult to operate in utilizing entirely 3rd party support.

It is difficult to give you sound advice without knowing much about you.  

If the pipe is 50 years old and had a life expectancy of 30 years, they're going to argue it was due to lack of care on your part and try to deny the claim. 

This is more than enough to tell you what kind of tenants they are going to be.

It is easy for people to download fake W2s, ESA paperwork, etc, with a few mouse clicks and a credit card. 

Its similar to being a cosigner.

If you plan in getting conventional financing, they will not allow you to use the LLC.