I am trying to establish a framework here to help me scale.

I gaining traction in the Architecture portion of development for all three areas you mentioned however, typically on lots that are already established and/or infill development in urban landscapes.

(a) If the Company establishes the title, or removes the alleged defect, lien orencumbrance, or cures the lack of a right of access to or from the land, or curesthe claim of unmarketability of title, or otherwise establishes the lien of the insuredmortgage, all as insured, in a reasonably diligent manner by any method, includinglitigation and the completion of any appeals therefrom, it shall have fully performedits obligations with respect to that matter and shall not be liable for any loss ordamage caused thereby.. . .To the extent that you are requesting compensation for the Alleged Damages, please see Condition8(a) of the Policy which provides the Company with the right to establish title as insured in areasonably diligent manner without being responsible for any loss or damage to the insured.

Quote from @Johny Omaga: As a private lender, establishing clear communication and transparency with borrowers has been crucial in overcoming any funding challenges.

Our well-established funding strategy allowed us to move swiftly without delays, ensuring a smooth transaction.

Have the LLC established when you decide to offer on a property as the offer, insurance, title, and loan will need to be in the LLC's name. 

The company doesn't really have a "credit score" or "eviction history" so I'm thinking about asking for 1.5x or 2x monthly rent as a deposit (we normally do 1x month rent) just like I would for a tenant without established credit history.Thanks!

Once you've established yourself as a thought leader and built a solid reputation, it's time to unleash your investment opportunities upon your trusty investor list.

I just shy away from places without strong established tourism markets i.e. growing urban areas, national parks, beaches etc.

My goals are not too crazy, but I do want to establish a portfolio that is significant to my family over the next ten years.