President Trump said during campaign to plan on 14 million to be deported out of 32-35 million illegal immigrants in US out of 335 mil population base.

Lenders want to protect their investment not because of possibly you but your profile (little equity / assets etc) which is common for someone in their early 20's - want to make sure skin in game.

I went with Vivint.com they have a great smart home system no wifi needed, streams on your phone in real time anywhere you are, tamper protection, security alerts and motion detectors and will notify policy if you have a break in.

2. have you noticed higher and regular exterior maintence protection (sealing/weatherproofing/termite/bug protection) or anythign?

Remodeling costs increase the property’s basis, while post-rental repairs are deductible expenses in the year incurred.An LLC isn’t necessary for a single rental but can provide liability protection as your portfolio grows.

A refinance into an LLC avoids this risk but typically requires a commercial loan with higher rates and stricter terms.If asset protection is the main goal, umbrella insurance may suffice without disrupting financing.

As a cross-border investor, I'm likely going to need advice on entity structure to protect my liability while also not being double-taxed, I'm going to need to network with experienced investors/property managers/agents in the Cleveland area.

An LLC is useful for two things: anonymity and legal protection.

Is the motivation asset protection?

Liability is for lawsuit/legal protection.