But I bet you got the benefit of starting with it being your primary.

For anything that benefits both units (yard work, maintenance, etc.), I've been tracking the mileage and I'm assuming that I can deduct half of it on the first unit since the other half is for the unit I'm living in that hasn't been placed in service yet.

There is also a cost benefit to writing off some of the expenses you should discuss with your accountant or tax attorney.

If it is, how would this or would this be to my benefit?

Please share what the 'tax benefits' of an LLC are.  

Looking to interact with other investors to mutual benefit of course to start it will be one side for the most part.  

Mostly just looking for someone to discuss options and benefits of setting up an LLC or going it as an individual.

I plan on purchasing one or two turnkey properties first and then utilizing the BRRRR strategy on distressed multifamily properties once I gain more experience and I am able to take on more risks.

You will definitely benefit from having some sort of guideline and direction.

It's only on gain and its either 6% or 9% http://www.tax.ri.gov/regulations/other/nrw91-01.php