From experience, proper planning, strong insurance coverage, and networking with experienced investors are key to making the most of an LLC for your investments.Good luck!

Prioritize properties with strong rental potential and set aside reserves to handle unexpected costs.Finally, familiarize yourself with tenant laws in your target market, especially in Portland, and consult a real estate-savvy CPA for tax efficiency and legal considerations.

However, I don’t have a US-based W2 (but work full time for an American tech company in their London office). 

More on DSCR loans in case helpful: DSCR loans won't use your income to underwrite the loan.DSCR loans are based off of down payment, credit score and either actual or market rents so it helps to supercharge an investor's real estate goals and net worth.

Hey @Connor O'Brien - There is a list that CHA releases each year that states the maximum rent they will pay in certain chicago areas based on bed and bath counts. 

I wouldn’t subdivide based on your objectives.  1.  

• Is it all just customizable based on what works best?

However, this is not specific legal advice to you, just an opinion based on the circumstances described in this thread.  

Is it situation based?

I am based in New Zealand and own 4 properties here, but keen to explore investing in the US.