Separate HVAC systems are a good idea too—makes things easier for tenants and utility billing.I’d also recommend talking to a contractor or local utility company about what’s needed for separate power meters and mailboxes.

i think you'll have an easier time getting started. 

They will probably stick to that for a short period and then go delinquent again, but it's much easier to deal with if they violate a payment plan in most cases and at least you get some of your money back.They might be a professional tenant.

Hey Trevor,Man, this situation sounds incredibly frustrating, especially since you’ve clearly done your due diligence on this property.

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On top of that you have to remember if it’s easier for them to just leave the property and pay 0 and live elsewhere that’s what they’ll do.

Agree , those are all incredibly important as is good property management and the ability to price the property correctly based on your competitors rates( dynamic pricing ) . 

You may be able to bypass some of those hurtles based on your country of origin/where you have friends and family but in most cases investing in the U.S. will be way easier and will yield a better ROI. 

It is usually much easier to seal a existing door way then it is to move walls in my experience.