I hope to be able to continue increasing my portfolio and potentially get into multifamily buildings if possible. 

Would it be possible to file a mechanic's lien on your own property and would this be a way to discourage potential title thieves?

The attention is invaluable to Toledo, and the analysis is reassuring to local homeowners and potential buyers and a great benefit to local economic development.City leaders must work diligently to take advantage of the positive notice and make reality match the prediction.

(which I like) so I would like someone with local experience rather than be the farthest flung property for a city-focused PM (if they'd even do it) and potentially become neglected or incur higher costs because of distance and/or unfamiliarity.A little help?

check with a local attorney there are rules for filing liens of course anyone can file them but that does not mean they were filed legally.. in most states you have to give a PRE lien notice in writing and by certified mail.. you have time limits to file it.. so if they try to cloud your title they are taking a risk of slander of title. not that they have any money to pay if they lose but you can fire back with that if you need to.

If that's not of interest to you then I recommend continuing to build up your capital, improve your credit, and potentially partner with someone.

For example, if you find a PM that uses a 600+ credit score minimum for the portfolio they manage and you want 700+ then you are allowing the PM to follow less strict guidelines and opening you home to greater risk.For the marketing side of things, I'd recommend using Zillow, Apartments.com, Redfin, and Facebook for potential word of mouth in your sphere.

There is not a way to get cash out on creative finance, unless you involve an unwary private lender at great risk to both lenders.

I think it should definitely be done prior to the tenant moving in though to avoid a potentially problematic situation.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!