Can someone easily explain best way to leverage my new property, etc to be able to get a 2nd, 3rd, etc by only using my properties as collateral?  

Please note that if the Board does approve your request for a special exception, you will need to get a new Special Exception every three years when you renew your STR permit."

The Board already spends funds on things owners disagree on, such as expensive vendor contracts where a Board member gets a referral fee or is part of the contract.

Hypothetically, if the base were to relocate or dissolve, that area would get crushed.

Agree Google nmls - funny on Facebook where 99% of private lending groups that are public are scam artists you get the "well license isn't required"I reply to this noting that while you are correct in some states - chances of a scammer with a nmls license are less than 1% while those without is 99% on sociale media 

Getting an LLC in place from the start can provide peace of mind and give you a chance to familiarize yourself with the process before expanding your portfolio.

You state, "your lender" - I admire the loyalty but also would recommend you get a minimum of 3 quotes (at least two from mortgage brokers).

If this is a Class A property in a Class A area, you have the least chance of getting a bad tenant. 

Quote from @Jimmy Rojas: I live in Arizona and homes here are sky high, youd be lucky to get %6 interest rate, I would be a 1st time home buyer, apart from being 1099 employed would Trumps real estate plans benefit the little guys like me? 

Focus on getting your finances in order, setting achievable goals, and finding a mentor or local real estate groups to guide you.