We filed for an ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number), what I believe is similar to the Netherlands BSN and Espana's NIE.

Welcome to BP - I'm sure you'll learn a lot here and connect with other individuals who have the same interests!

I call the process "thinning the herd", and each year I evaluate the property performance and either take actions to increase the individual property performance or sell the under performer. 

PG's are worthless those that have PGs that are worth anything dont need gap funding they have the cash.this is a play for folks you know well .. not for internet facebook BP etc.. people that do this do it because they know you like you trust you and think your a good operator.Public has to many other choices that are much safer bet.. its not always about ROI with those with money..

I would also caution if you are intending on a vacation rental be very cautious of the individual town restrictions.

Given how the housing authority does their rent price determination on individual units, and government ran programs are never beacons of efficient processes, it can go either way.Note, the examples I speak of only relate to C-Class and below areas.

I am hoping that by joining Bigger Pockets, I will meet many like minded individuals seeking financial freedom, for rental cashflow.  

These were plats of subdivisions that were platted and recorded in the early 1900's but never developed and generally owned by one individual or company.

If it is to manage property then hire more people, otherwise focus on what you're good at and hire a company.2) Hardin Realty & Property Management is a good choice because of our experience and specialty working with investors and maximizing ROI.

I look at every deal individually.