Welcome!
Silver paint is notorious for pulling up with masking, so I usually paint the anti-glare panels and mask them.
If you have stencil decals they would go on first as they are applied at the factory along with the national markings, squadron and personal markings would sometimes cover stencils partially. You are doing fine work, as for the kit stash, I am jealous. Get your hand back in with a few of the easier kits before tackling the B-24, she's alot of putty work, and a difficult fit in places.
Happy Modeling!