I am self employed and earn a fair portion of my income in USD, so the conversion rate isn't quite as much of an issue for me as for some. 

I'm wondering how vital my presence will be as a first time buyer.

To be sure, equity sitting in a house is dead equity - it's not making any money - but not all of your money always needs to be making money, because making money always entails risk, and a certain portion of your total net worth should always be easily accessible, easy liquidity, and instantly valued - ie, $10k in your checking account is worth $10k today. 

Would the LLC have to liquidate their portion?

I have some bills in my name but she pays a portion of it.

I'm beginning to see that a smart/experienced investors do not hold large portions of portfolio for too long.

The dark blue portion is only over the back yeard, while the light blue portion covers the house and the street in front.

However, an Architect might not be able to do the structural and electrical portion which means you might then need to hire a structural and electrical consultant or other consultants.

The Rehab portion of the equation doesn't really have to come into play until acquisition becomes more likely, but Should be part of the What If... conversation with a potential investor/partner in order to give a true picture of the potential investment needs.When you've done this analysis you're have a better understanding of whether or not YOU should invest more and as @Ned Carey says, you'll be better prepared to help others understand the Value Proposition that helping you creates.

Apologies for the rant, but I'm sick of seeing these optimistic pro formas done by turn key companies. I often see 5% vacancy, $50/m maintenance, and often no CapEx budget! Not to mention the PM fees that you will hav...