I was looking for some advice (viable target areas in Cleveland or Ohio in general, financing options and credible PM/realtor contacts) from the experts here though especially if you are in a similar boat as mine (reside in Canada/Ontario area and invest in US). 

Last thing to consider is if you are buying a new home, will you want to do 100% financing and will you have the remaining bonus entitlement to do so.

I met with Wicked Smart today and was told they help you set up a lead sourcing system, help you structure creative financing - which is essentially lease option/purchase, subject to and owner financing....all strategies I am interested in learning more about.

I was going to do that in an attempt to get creative with my financing options so that there are no liens on it and I could borrow against it as an option.

If you're considering purchasing under a business name, consult a CPA or attorney for setup and financing options.

I currently own a 3-unit multifamily property, and I’m actively looking to expand my portfolio while building meaningful connections with like-minded investors in CT.I’m particularly interested in:Wholesalers: If you’ve got off-market deals, I’d love to hear from you.Creative Financing Opportunities: Subject-to deals and seller financing are right up my alley.Networking and Partnerships: I’m eager to collaborate with other investors who share a passion for creative deal-making and scaling our businesses together.Whether you’re an experienced investor, just starting out, or anywhere in between, let’s connect!

Have you considered creative financing options like joint ventures or seller financing to reduce reliance on outside capital?

You may also want to look into 2-4 units as those are the easiest to finance and help you grow faster.

Parks with few or no park-owned homes are easier to finance.

Quote from @Brandon Croucier: Financing a commercial MF that runs as an STR is possible.Appraising a property based on the income is not, whos to say a buyer would STR the property.