Is it to build up assets, is it to make additional income, is it to reduce your monthly housing spend and save more money, is it tax breaks/benefits? 

The seller was aware of work needed and priced it accordingly but was willing to reduce the price point for an all cash deal.

Btw, my understanding is that LLCs with only spouses as members don’t give you protection, so maybe you just avoid LLCs altogether, hold title under trusts for anonymity and just bulk up your personal umbrella.

I would buy something closer to turn key if you can, even if you pay up, because it will reduce the work you have to do and figure out as a new large-scale investor.

If you can't get the seller to reduce down to that appraisal, consider walking away. 

As the great philosopher once said, "mo' money, mo' problems".I think the reduced leverage plan is a good choice to free up some DTI but obviously the extra fees on DSCR could start to add up a little.

., “Enterprises” or “Holdings” instead of “Real Estate Investments”) may reduce perceived risk.

We also received numerous mini bulk pools in of 10 assets or less.  

For example, you may reduce the maintenance and capex to 5% and then discover turnover occurs more often than you had planned.

These strategies can maximize cash flow, reduce living expenses, and generate potential returns.Good luck!