But when it comes to conducting Cost-Segregation studies to “accelerate” the depreciation of a property, can I still “carry over” additional entitlement from, for example, my first tax-year into the following years even if I am not meeting the REPS criteria through STR’s? 

Because it's the only way to know who is in your rental and hold them accountable. 

I went with my local for a better CS and hands-on of my account(s).

Learning from Others: The Value of Case Studies and Success StoriesOne of the biggest advantages of having resources is that you get to learn from those who’ve already walked the path.

So, my advice...stay in your own country to invest and stay away from places you cannot speak the language and from people you cannot hold accountable.

What are some of the best accounting software programs that you have found for handling the rental finances?

They also took $3,000 from my account yesterday without authorization.

@Kristopher Hanks, they have good account type for Solo 401k accounts. 

If you do, use a prepaid card that you don't mind being attached to your account.

If not, you can't buy in an LLC unless you are paying cash or using a local bank who knows you and is willing to use your account as collateral for a new LLC without two years of tax returns.