If the insurance isn't done properly, it's on the edge of impossible to cash the check because it's made out to the lender, my company, and the seller(s). 

Have you checked the BizBuySell website?

Thank you for the suggestion on MiniStays we'll check it out!

The right agent will have worked with Canadians before, will have lenders set up that can work with Canadians and will have a seamless process for management.Not only can an agent set you up with a GC, property manager, lawyer, insurance broker, inspector and everything else you need, they can analyze deals and put numbers in front of you.Your job as an investor is to vet the vendors they are providing and double check their analysis.  

Double check your lease, all the legalities and still check with the landlord....

Check out Furnished Finder, Airbnb and VRBO (30+ day stays) to get a good idea of what else is out there in the area of El Paso you are looking in.

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It’s a good gesture assuming it is part of what gets regularly checked and restocked if needed. 

It doesn't seem to be much in the way of appreciation over time, but would these be worth checking out for the beginning investor?

To make taxes easier we set up a business checking account and had all the rent paid into that account and all the expenses paid out of that account.