It seems in order of increasing profitability:LTR < MTR < STRGiven that I'm based in the Denver metro area, unless I'm occupying the property as my primary residence, STR is out the question, as Denver has cracked down on the short tern rental laws.

This may or may not apply, but there is a concept in the law that says if a contract is unclear that is should be interpreted in favor of the party that did not draft/initiate it.

Will depend on several factors like the type of property, type of tenants, your risk tolerance, other assets you own, your estate planning, laws where the property is located, etc.

In recent years, the world has witnessed a regulatory awakening in data privacy enforcement, a development driven by increasing consumer demands for transparency and the global proliferation of privacy laws.

That there’s ONE foreclosure law in the U.S., not 514.

Your state laws may have a provision on point but maybe not.

I would trust the law office I use to research the title and provide the insurance to protect me.

You've probably heard of big Landlords losing property, but only because they were flagrantly violating Fair Housing, running a slum, or otherwise violating the law in an egregious manner.

It depends on the rental laws in your state.

Be safe, know the law, stay legal.