Just curious everyones thoughts on using an umbrella policy vs an LLC especially with an expanding portfolio?

Familiarity with the area is a huge advantage, especially when expanding your portfolio. 

I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation and tax planning.You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.

Texas cities like Austin, Dallas, and Houston are experiencing rapid growth.

Looking to network with other investors as I seek to expand my long-term rental portfolio (I own one condo that I rent out, now looking for multifamilies).

Though we are very well established in Canada, we are looking to expand our services in the USA.

I made 12 videos to launch Express Offers when it started at eXp and they had good intentions, but you have to understand that all of these programs and outside programs are based on the same model.

Let me know if I can help you expand your portfolio, I work with several investors here in the area that are doing well with Short term rentals!

I do have a couple of LTRs between SFH and duplexes but looking to get into STRs and expanding my current portfolio. 

Nashville and its surrounding suburbs are still experiencing rapid growth - and it doesn't look like it will be slowing down anytime soon with companies like Oracle and Amazon moving HQs here.