A and B will typically have more potential for appreciation and solid renters. 

They usually pull your credit but lend based on the income potential of the property. 

Long-Term: Appreciation, loan amortization, potential tax benefits, and housing expense savings.I'd say the unexpected benefits of learning property management, deal finding, project management, renovations, and DIY-ing were more impactful than I initially thought.

Yes I am analyzing remotely and have stayed in Gatlinburg/Pidgeon Forge/Knoxville areas before which has peaked my interest in those areas for potential STR investing.

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

I think white would look much better, but I am worried that's going to be a lot more work and I also fear how well the white paint would hold up over time (they are rental units I know they'll take a beating and potentially chip/ scratch).

I’m looking at a potential SFH property in Columbus.

In my opinion ask yourself why do you want to do it, dealing with all this for a lousy or even negative return. only an option if you need it for tax purposes, if so think about cost seg as well.Feel free to reach out if you want to talk more about these ideas

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?

Should this resonate with you, feel free to reach out.