The loan to value that you can go up to will mainly be determined by your age.

On utilities, I bought a foreclosure in NJ and found out it was not attached to Town sewer and I actually had to extend the main line up to my property then put the lateral in and abandon an old cesspool.  

It is clear from the interview that their main skill set is raising money and they partner with other "Co-GPs" who focus on the operations. 

My main question is will I be happy in 10 years that I bought this property?

Yeah, after brokering 300+ DSCR loans, I'm finding they are good for 1-4 units mainly.

Main reason to split the lot would be to maximize the lot for cash flowing rentals.

Our main goal is to ensure we’re properly protected.Additionally, should we allow pets in our STR?

You won't have the options that you have here in Austin, mainly because Portland is Tenant Friendly City and Pfugetville is Landlord friendly.  

For example, I have a main account that is for my holding company, sub-accounts for each property, and sub-sub accounts for security deposits and things like CapEx for each property.

Water and sewer about 200 yards away.  1 mile to the main highway.