I saw the growth in the area and knew it would be the stepping stone I needed for financial freedom.

Ridge Lending All in One, first position HELOCAmericafirst 80% LTV on noo 65% LTV UtahArvest Bank AR, OK, AL, MOBank of the westBB&T will loan on a rental portfolio, tooBBVA CompassBoeing employee credit unionCalifornia: Cal Coast Credit Union and Fremont Bank.Citizens first position HELOCCMG a financial 70% LTVEast West Bank, up to 60% LTV with "no docs”Figure 80% on a rental, not in LLCFirst Florida Credit Union https://firstflorida.cumortgagecenter.comGreat Lakes Credit UnionHSBC 70%, for premier clients onlyHuntington 75% LTVHurst Lending and Insurance Investment property HELOC in Texas.

I would just recommend only partnering with people that you really trust and make sure that you have legal documents clearly explaining everyone's role, expectations, and contributions (both financial and work wise). 

I'm exploring financial options in Japan, but if it's not too much trouble, I'd also like to hear more details about why it's less than likely, if not even impossible, to create a fund or receiving investments to purchase oversea properties.

This may be a wholesale transaction, a duplex, or even a single-family house.Get a trustworthy group of experts together, such as financiers, contractors, attorneys, and real estate brokers.

Consider if creating an LLC is worth the expenses incurred, particularly if you are just starting out with investments.Think about your long-term financial objectives.

A Pro membership gives you the tools and resources you need to start, scale or manage your portfolio.

So, this serves my goal to grow & diversify my portfolio while earning great tax benefits.4) I am in a strong financial position where I could qualify to buy multiple and have adequate reserves to maintain the properties long term and cover any potential negative cash flow during the time I own them.

@Lisa GoodingI recommend finding a tax strategist that specializes in real estate taxation and is also a fee-only financial planner.

What subject to invokes is entrepreneurial risk; the thing all real estate investors live with in an attempt to grow our assets, and gain a financial “free” lifestyle.