I think that part is self explanatory. 

Time in the market is very important to long-term rentals and if you can learn to buy one good deal per year and become well-versed in Section 8 you will succeed.I like the model of starting with self-management.

Self managing multiple rbr properties can be very challenging unless you're @Jeff White!

Strategic Purchase: Acquired a discounted double lot below market value with a $17k impact fee credit.Custom Design: Built a 6-bed, 5-bath home tailored for co-living or multi-gen use, maximizing tenant appeal.Efficient Management: Managed construction, and self-managed operations to minimize costs.Premium Marketing: Furnished the property and used multiple platforms to attract quality tenants quickly, achieving full occupancy.What was the outcome?

However you do have a new government that seems committed to cutting costs, cutting defense spending, and getting us out of wartime efforts. 

STR can provide more cash (potentially), but its a high risk high reward strategy - if you invest in the furniture, staging, photos, and management or self manage, there is a lot of time and money invested.

In my experience, you are thinking through this correctly.I've heard lawyers say, if the loan is in your name (which it has to be for conventional) and the deed is in the LLC, you aren't treating the business as an independent entity and in a severe lawsuit, the corporate veil is pierced and the LLC can be thrown out.I agree that one of the best defenses is to run your properties well. 

Good morning,I’ve owned a MF in Euclid, Ohio for a few years but just recently started to self-manage it.

I don't say that to be self-serving, being a lender.

I self-manage, but I understand that's not a practical option for most people.