A good use for scrap counters/stone is breaking them up with a sledge and using them for garden stepping stones, borders & "mosaics".

Always formally consult with a qualified tax advisor before enacting any tax strategies.

I'm also looking for things I'm not thinking of as I look to add more properties while still trying to run things as cheaply as possible until I can afford to more formally offload management to someone else.

Lenders will likely require documentation such as bank statements, tax returns, and proof of income.Consider Cross-Border Financing Options: Explore cross-border financing options that allow you to leverage your Canadian assets to secure financing for US properties.

So no formal education for me got my RE license at 18. and stumbled into a few deals  had a natural knack of salesmanship. 

They form all of my entities and are a great source of information. 

I guess it’s just a formality to state that they aren’t part of the foreclosure action. 

Just need a good GC contract that you can enforce if they dont perform.. pretty simple at that point and frankly much safer for you not to give the GC any formal ownership at all..

They are not aggressive dogs at all (border collie mix and long hair chihuahua).

Communicate Clearly: Have a formal meeting with the tenant to discuss the issues.