Eventually called up my bank to stop this fraudster named Kai and ask for refund, but the bank can only credit the most recent charge per their policy.

A valid government-issued ID is what I require.

I've worked with government employees, families who have been displaced by fires, and other clients / employees who are my tenant but aren't financially responsible for the lease.

This aligns with the other responses in the thread, as passive activity losses (PAL) rules govern how these losses are applied across your rental portfolio.

If you want an in-depth view I would:- Research government statistics (population growth, median prices, appreciation, etc)- Qualitative research- Go to meetups, talk to investors (you won't find it hard to find someone investing out of state in OH)- Use softwares like rentometer, Vestmap, etc that's what I always say.

With government backed rentals, we are assured not to have our payments disrupted by shutdowns, offsetting any loses during that time.

Then there's sober living companies that get some government funding and require counseling, meetings, etc.

I have a written office policy manual that explicitly permits my employees and sales agents to carry at their discretion.

Check with your local attorney/title company as many times you can void your owner's title policy with a quit claim deed.

Her tenant payment comes from a government entity and is $2100 per month. the house was also recently renovated so all the mechanicals are in good shape.