I am now looking at Columbus, Cincinatti or Cleveland in OH. 

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In the living area, you could now pop a bookcase in that small 'dead' spot to the left of that window or a plant.

I actually have this unit in my home theater right now.

Now just in case I misunderstood and you are referring to  owning real estate as a single member LLC as a sole proprietor, this does not open the door to a plaintiffs counsel going after your personal assets easier than if it is a multi-member LLC as long as you conduct your business correctly.

Any software/camera related, that can be controlled through an app where tenant can have constricted access to cameras but i as owner have full access? 

The biggest drawback I am having is calculating cost for repairs & finding a reputable contractor for a fair price - I know nothing about renovations right now.  

Internet access?

So hoping for the best now. 

so you're already ahead if you can save while you progress.the market is really challenging right now.