Just curious, since Im in the process of setting up a corp identity for my company as well

If two properties are identical on paper but one requires a larger down payment, does that not mean you have more money at risk?  

Needs to just be rebuilt identical with pressure treated wood and sheet metal.

Does this reveal my identity as the owner of the property.

The risk of identity theft or credit damage is real.

The problems in my opinion maybe the fear of identity theft or there pulling your leg and cant afford the property.

If you do a quick search you'll find countless threads identical to this with lots of advice/opinions.Also in the future you should never state on a public forum that you have $150k cash sitting around.

Given the risk of identity theft, is it ethical for us landlords to be asking for this information? 

The houses are practically identical in size, age and condition, yet if I use 10% to estimate repairs & maintenance we are looking at $5,400 vs. $1,800.

I just rented a unit in under two weeks while a near identical layout unit (with old appliances, carpet, round toilet, and plastic handles) in a sister building just across the street is still on the market and approaching 3 months vacant.