Everything is all private with seperate entrances but the meters are split (70/20/10%) between the 3 units.  

A property or two will not be your ticket out.

I have different strategies in mind but my main concern is if I should start an LLC now or after I buy a few properties?

It will just be more of an explicit part of the price negotiation when buying a property.

Thanks looking to acquire a property in next 30-45 days!!!!

Can I deduct any expenses incurred throughout the entire year 2023 for that property such as utilities, insurance, repairs, mileage, maintenance and improvements?

Own property and needs full renovations2.

I'm looking to use my VA Loan for the first time to purchase my first property.

I didn't phase that correctly and should have put an emphasis on "Traditional Sale".I am willing to sell but want to do it "creatively" - if you will - to generate funds and positive cash flow from the note I would hold against the property.

I’m working on analyzing the following self-storage properties and wanted to see if my approach makes sense.