Property taxes are specific to states and cities, There is no universal rule on them covering the entire USA.

.: It seems like a good option however I don't have experience in buying properties out of state ( I am ruling this out for now).

Also if you got owner occupant specific financing you may need to refinance it anyway to stay within the lender's rules.

But there is a 20% down rule based on purchase price plus rehab dollars needed.

He has not made much effort to abide by HOA rules or listen to us when making decisions that affect both parties. 

Rules for renting out your basement vary greatly by jurisdiction here.

We have always had to follow a local rule of "U+2" here, so two families living together never really happens.

We have to rely upon the process of authentication and yes, we will issue title insurance (absent red flags) and that insurance will cover problems with the execution of docs such as fraud or forgery.I get the foreign stuff but as a lender rule NUMBER one is don't let your Originial loan docs go to anyone but the closer.. or as you state a mobile notary who has insurance.. 

I'm not an expert on the 100 mile rule; I would call a lender and ask about that.

Once I deploy I will be able to rent out the fourth unit and ideally receive positive cash flow from all four units.