The last public record was a foreclosure back in 2009.

I haven't personally owned a property where tenants were on public assistance, but I have managed one or two units out of a large inventory that did.

The Katy prairie used to be a part of our protection, but now it is becoming one long donut shop/tanning salon/gas station strip mall. 

Anyone want to share their "pitch book" with the public?

Additionally, consider the availability of public transportation nearby.

I think you would save money in the long run by hiring a real estate attorney asap to help you protect your interests.

Essentially, want to get advice from a professional on asset protection (LLC?)

I thought great, we haven't found the perfect rental yet and I won't have to make the drive again.My broker says not to trust them, that they will steal my commission if I am not there for it but that if I have it in writing (via email) that the agent understands I am representing them and will be entitled to my portion of the commission if they rent the unit.Do you think this is enough protection?

After you have a few properties under your belt, then start looking at asset protection.

These are public record and there is a GIS Database (Portal Catastro Digital y Productos Cartográficos (crimpr.net))where you can access this parcels to see their "Catastro number", owner, area, the assessed value for both the land and the structure for tax purposes and you should also see the date of the last sale and the price.