If it is a small town City that issnt aware of such programs by the state, you could bring them the information and present it to them and request the City pursue it for both yours and their benefit. 

The scammer would have to be present at several court hearings over the course of a year or two in addition to filing the proper paperwork.

Or open a LLC in a more friendly state like Delaware, Texas, or Nevada but I think you're getting ahead of yourself honestly.

This is what I just wrote about in a piece I submitted for publication on how the Gig Economy presents new opportunities to the middle class investor.

Cost on them are extremely inexpensive if you buy it right, and the kitchen presentation will be much better.Please don't hesitate to reach out with any further questions that you may have.Ben

You present them with a notebook of rental comps and the rentometer print out and ask them to suggest their new rent.

I have also heard several presenters say that we are likelier to find bargains in smaller locations rather than cities.

Due to this, I don't create new LLCs for my SFRs.You could also look into Delaware LLCs.

I was presented with multiple deals and walked through pros/cons of each house and specific street/neighborhood.

And, make sure this is good with your tax pro and doesn't present any negative consequences on the tax side (throughout your investing journey).I'm on my 2nd househack now.