I see from the onset that its useful. 

However, too many times I've seen folks spend all of their time and money on setting up their entities, wording there business plan, writing down their goals.....then they forget to buy the damn property!  

And congrats on setting goals.  

(I mean as a way to cover capital expenses that you didn't plan for at the onset, not to cover negative cashflow indefinitely) At least, until you have enough set aside to feel comfortable. 

Flexes those "think different" muscles for sure.

In the end, I believe he was mostly looking out for his clients' interests and flexing a little muscle at the same time. 

@James Sestito Bigger issue (at the onset) is if zoning will allow it.  

I would differentiate mine from the others in the neighborhood by doing something special like offer to pay for a Uhaul for a day for the move, or free TV with a one year lease contract (TV's are cheap now, but you could make it a tablet, or whatever),  or offer a one day certificate to the spa to rub out those sore muscles after the move, restaurant gift certificate, whatever appeals to you.  

The portfolio aspect may allow you to go higher than the 30 Year Fixed based on set loan to values.

I meant to add,, buildings that face the front street could still have fencing put up father up in the yard between the buildings maybe, depending on set up,, so front would look more residential.. yet you still can't cut thru.