As soon as you get the leases signed and proof of security deposit and first months rent deposited into your account your can use it.The question should be, do I even need to get the units leased out to qualify ?

That’s like depositing $300 into a savings account every month.Plus, it’s an investment property, so you can depreciate it to save on taxes.More Than $1,500This isn’t just about making $1,500 in rent—it’s about building long-term wealth.

That’s okay—what’s important is understanding the "why" behind your investment decisions.While your accountant’s suggestion is a great starting point, make sure investing aligns with your own goals and situation—not just because someone else is enthusiastic about a particular strategy.

I would not necessarily advise being cash flow neutral or negative before you account for these types of things.

Biggerpockets has a ton of free accountability groups which will keep you on track for your first investment and also teach you along the way! 

Most likely your conclusion is correct, but the only way to confirm it is by having a real estate accountant review your tax situation.Also, please read this introduction if you want to better understand the concept:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/1075919-five-...

The ultimate answer is no (and I'm not a tax accountant).

Now you repeat that process until it's paid off.Disadvantages:It took a while for me to set up.Bank account is always low, lol.People can spend a lot with that amount of credit.People think I'm weird when I tell them DId you analyze what would happen if you moved all of that money you were using to pay off a heloc, not get a heloc and put that money in a treasury or other type of account that got you 6% interest or invest in an ETF or something lower risk?

Second link is a similar size, albeit 10 year older home, in Setagaya Ward (a very desirable neighborhood), but still "only $1.2M. https://www.homes.co.jp/kodate...https://www.homes.co.jp/kodate...(2) Age. 

Due to the size of your portfolio you might outgrow it, but I find it to do most everything I require.