I looked around this area, however the taxes here range from 5k-12k on typical home which made me look out of state. 

Explain in your security deposit claim that once you receive the final water bill showing it is paid in full, the withheld balance will be refunded to the former tenant in a separate payment.  

Guests typically only use their suitcase anyways, Dressers are also a great spot for guests to leave items behind that the host has to then deal with. 

As illustrated in the chart above, each instance of an inverted yield curve has typically been followed by a recession.

Without leverage, value add, etc RE will typically not do much better and is a lot less passive.  

Real estate investing is typically hard and risky and requires a significant amount of management to cash flow and increase its value.

I am a disabled veteran and receiving about $2k every month for my 15 years all over the map.That information was very much helpful and I appreciate the time.    

If you are looking to use your W-2 and tax returns to qualify, you would be using a conventional loan, which typically don't allow LLC vesting (unless you transfer the deed later).

What tax benefits might you receive that could potentially offset some of your tax burden with such high income?

Typically, portfolio loans from a small local bank/CU or conventional mortgages will be your cheapest/best options for permanent financing for SFHs.