I'm noticing there are some really nice cash flow markets in texas, some of which are really close to the Mexican border, though.

Looking forward to reviewing these options.Here's the PA law: https://clsphila.org/housing/security-deposits-in-pa/Any bank account will work.

Very interested in the Cleveland/Ohio market in addition to a few other cross-border cities closer to Toronto. 

If it's in the restricted zone (within 31 miles of the coast or 62 miles from an international border, you have the choice between using a bank trust and paying the fees mentioned above or using a Mexican corporation and bearing the costs of establishing and maintaining  the corporation.

Here's the deal: You don't need to withdraw and return the current security deposit just to collect the additional $100.

Traditional bank loans can be slow and have strict requirements, while hard money and private lending seem to offer more flexibility.For those who’ve secured funding before, what’s been your experience?

@Brady Bitter First what are you calling "securities"? 

Local investors can now get additional discounts by moving up the food chain and buying as notes and, on mortgages secured by vacant properties, utilizing the preREO strategy to generate revenue during foreclosure process.

Yes, you can deduct the 8 days rent from the security deposit.

Key point is WITH a SECURED border to stop the flood of 100k-300k monthly illegls.