I already know what kind of property we have because it's been in our portfolio for many years. 

I've built a significant portfolio (85+ units) in Portland within 7 years time, all purchased off market. 

We all have boundaries on what we want our portfolio to look like.

Other than school at night, I have a ton of free time during the days and want to design a permanent income stream and build a real estate portfolio.

My portfolio currently only consists of an ocean view coastal hectare situated in Chile. 

portfolio lender might pick it up as a package if not, then find hard money or private short term, gap, then refi as a package

I assumed looking for portfolio lender/blanket mortgage would be the way to go but as I read through forums, I’m wondering if it would make sense to just finance each one thru conventional mortgages.

I assumed looking for portfolio lender/blanket mortgage would be the way to go but as I read through forums, I’m wondering if it would make sense to just finance each one thru conventional mortgages.

Please note that this 97% LTV program could only be used for one of the residences in the portfolio - the one you intend to occupy. 

Also line up a portfolio lender (or two) in case the deal you find doesn't meet the livable standard to get conventional financing so you can take it down with a portfolio loan (more expensive, not as favorable terms).