It is always best to consult with a local attorney about the lending laws in your State since these laws vary greatly between the States.

unless you post a conspicuos sign on your property that it is being monitored or recorded.   

I've consulted with an expert on this and learned that this was just an idiotic move on the property manager's part since the tenant was approved for more than enough to cover the full market rent of $1,400.

While the capital gains taxes would be the same, the property taxes that you have to pay every year are much lower in Mexico and are actually close to 0.Again, consult with your tax advisor if you want certainty and wants to know how this all applies to your specific situation.

Based on our research and consulting with our RE attorney, I will attempt to sum it up. 

A side note is that my day job as an engineering consultant for arbitration/litigation disputes puts my legal risk tolerance higher than most, but I'm trying to avoid litigation unless it makes sense.

I invest and consult in Philly and know how tough it is to navigate and to put a good team together here.

I have monitoring during renovation and when occupied by renters for Burgulary, Fire, Freeze, Carbon Monoxide, Water Leaks, and Gas Leak.  

I do have credit monitoring.

Like other entities, you need to consult with a CPA or an attorney.The main purpose of a revocable living trust is to avoid probate.