For first-time investors, house hacking is the smarter, steadier choice. 

I am sure there are other good choices out there, but strongly recommend them.Stessa is lacking tenant communications and maintenance tracking, but overall stands up pretty well as free, or nearly free.Buildium is pricey and has a learning curve, but if you are going to exceed 20 units, definitely look to migrating to a real professional package like buildium

You do not own the building, so no choice but to have the inspection. 

There certainly may be some loss aversion that drove Tyler's choice.  

The areas to be painted and the choice of colors will be agreed upon by the Lessor before painting begins.

This is probably why you want to bring equity back into your US business and any other investor might make the same choice as you.I brought up the challenges to come up with the solution, which was my last paragraph.

Also, check to see if your jurisdiction is practicing "Just Cause Eviction", which went into effect statewide earlier this year for municipalities that which to opt in. 

Basically if you are selling/buying a house that has been retrospectively licenced then that part for private use is ok, however if officially and practically if you wish to rent the place out on LTR or STR you are not allowed to ever use this space as part of your rental.

I had done extensive reading and research on best practices and entity implementation that would best meet my specific needs.  

For me, a Heloc would be my choice over a loan.