Do you have any specific criteria or strategies that you find particularly effective? 

Right now evaluating potential markets, I'd like to find one to focus on for my first 3 properties (building knowledge in a specific market). 

I am currently based in Canada and am looking to embark on my real estate investment journey in the United States, specifically focusing on multifamily properties. 

DSCR loans are a great option for investors looking to scale their portfolio as they are property specific and allow you to close in an LLC

Anything is possible if your'e open to learn.My comment was about the specific scenario in the original post.I love creative finance.

I think with it being newer accounts/investors they don't think of the specifics needed.

For example, are there specific documents or information I should prepare, or would identifying a target property first be more beneficial?

To find the best community bank, I would post in a local facebook group and ask which are the best local lenders to work with and ask for a specific contact.  

Look up the courses taught by Justin Kivel, specifically the Pro forma modeling course and the real estate financial modeling boot camp.

Based on our experience, we’d be happy to connect and share insights into viable areas, property management options, and financing solutions tailored for cross-border investors like yourself.Cleveland is a fantastic market with solid cash-flow potential, but as with any investment, having the right team in place is key.Feel free to reach out if you’d like to connect further or discuss specifics—I’d be happy to help!