“My first vision for Apple”– Steve Jobs reflecting upon the clean lines and open esthetics of the Eichler home in which he grew up.Joe Eichler designed many modern residences throughout Silicon Valley.

@Dan Rudolph I may not know enough but a market requires 2 sides unless there is a market maker (i.e. someone buying and selling for liquidity reasons and not investment) so if there is no activity the market is not worth much and probably cost them a lot of money @Kevin Moen  it matters because the price and value to a buyer of a note should reflect some type of pricing for liquidity.

Each dwelling has variables to consider such as light exposure, reflection/absorption, finishes & materials in addition to the style that best compliments the architecture. 

As an agent for Networth, I can tell you it is not all smoke and mirrors but a direct reflection to the efforts that you put into the job at hand.

Once I've found the right kind of property for me, I want my portfolio to reflect those goals

You'd have to account for what a fair rent would be for your unit, or try for a proportionate percentage (e.g. if you occupy one of three equal units, I think the 1% rule would be "modified" down to .67% to reflect your own living space.

You could have the LLC own a portion of the property and the other partners have partial ownership as reflected on the deed. 

America as a nation and her laws have always reflected the interests of business owners and land owners.

My estimate does include a 75% occupancy rate so it's adjusted to reflect the slower months. 

You just need to make sure you are using contracts that reflect correctly what you are doing so no one thinks you are acting as an agent.