Never used that rules nor any rules set by the gurus and somehow build up a portfolio that allowed my to exit the corporate world.I find those rules are an obstacles for my clients and slow them down from achieving their dreams.Its better to come up with your own rules based on your personal goals & strategy.

A single-member LLC provides protection while allowing you to report business income on your personal taxes.

Through conventional loan with a local lender at 5% downpayment, financed with LLC income.

Please check out the book I co-authored called Lend to Live: Earn Hassle-Free Passive Income in Real Estate with Private Money Lending published by BiggerPockets.com/lendtolive.

These are generally 12-24 month interest only loans that borrowers will generally pay back by selling or flipping to long term financing like DSCR loans.More on DSCR loans:DSCR loans won't use your income to underwrite the loan.DSCR loans are based off of down payment, credit score and either actual or market rents so it helps to supercharge an investor's real estate goals and net worth.Here's a bit more in detail about how rates are calculated for DSCR loans:1.

Lastly, there is lots of talk about how an attorney can get a judge to 'pierce the corporate veil' and come after personal assets.

At the end of the day you are not going to get enough income to justify all the headache and extra funds you must layout. 10kish, furniture 24-hour security system, yard maintenance etc.  

Pros:Stable Income: These facilities often sign longer leases, providing landlords with a more stable and predictable income compared to traditional residential rentals.Higher Rent Potential: Because these facilities generate income through the services they provide, landlords might negotiate a higher rent than standard residential properties, reflecting the commercial nature of the tenant's business.Lower Tenant Turnover: Residential assisted living facilities tend to have lower turnover rates, reducing the frequency of vacancies and the costs associated with finding new tenants.Social Contribution: By renting such facilities, landlords contribute to addressing the growing demand for assisted living and support services, positively impacting their community.Property Maintenance: Tenants in this sector often maintain the property well to comply with regulations and ensure a comfortable living environment for their clients, potentially reducing wear and tear.Cons:Regulatory and Compliance Issues: Facilities must adhere to strict regulatory and compliance standards, which can involve the landlord in complex legal and zoning issues.Higher Insurance Costs: The nature of the business might require additional insurance coverage, potentially increasing costs for landlords if they are responsible for carrying this insurance.Modifications and Upgrades: Meeting the specific needs of an assisted living facility may require significant property modifications and upgrades, which can be costly.Market Limitations: Should the lease end or the facility close, the specialized modifications made to the property might limit the market for future tenants, potentially requiring substantial investment to revert the property for standard residential use.Operational Oversight: Landlords might need to monitor the facility's operations more closely to ensure compliance with lease terms and local regulations, requiring more hands-on involvement than traditional rentals.

Do you have discretionary income that you could use to save/invest/buy more properties?

One advantage you'll have over people doing a regular FHA purchase loan (non 203k FHA rehab loan) is that when you go towards purchasing a 3-4 unit property and have to deal with " FHA Self Sufficiency," Rule you'll be able to use future market rents that are appraised on with after repair rents (way higher than your acquisition rents probably).This makes it easier to make your FHA loan qualify especially if you buy a good deal that has big rental income upside (your proforma future rents are way higher than your acquisition entry rents).FHA SS rule is required to qualify a FHA loan when its a 3-4 unit property, this doesnt apply to 1-2 unit FHA loans.Even on 203k FHA loans you'll need to meet FHA SS rules (3-4 unit applies to).