A real answer requires examining your LLC operating agreement and the actual facts of your operation. 

You can find some stats for MTRs in the area here: https://www.furnishedfinder.co...Getting connected with the agencies that place employees is a great method for filling up your rentals.I am a local investor searching for opportunities to get into the MTR space.

Like Emily said, a number of shocking facts (or not so shocking to many landlords) have come out in the press recently on how few Americans can come up with a thousand or even four hundred dollar in an emergency....A FINRA study on The Financial Fragility of Renters was just one (with lots of stats).So no downpayment is a big one, as is credit score, and even with those who have resources, they  may want the flexibility to move or freedom from extra work or costs of maintaining and repairing the home.Even items like student loan debt or fear about the economy hold others back (still some out there who feel the sting of the housing bust).

We could examine crime maps and cost per square foot heat maps against typical rent if you would like to become more familiar with this market.Best investing,Donn  

Auction.com will stats to the banks, and you might get lucky.

Check out NAA stats for your region and property class.

Happy to assist and as far as lending is concerned. crime rate call the local police dot and get updated crime stats

I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss local stats and possiblities.

I'm not a financial professional, so seek qualified, competent advice.If the property is in your name, the LLC / business entity structure will not protect you against lawsuits, etc.If that (mortgage deduction) is your criterion, however, you may want to re-examine your priorities.

No one knows anything regardless of what stats they can quote or however smart their argument sounds.