Buy and hold for newbies

[Ross Benedict]

Hey everyone, I'm currently researching the idea of buying and holding residential real estate as a means of secondary income as I currently enjoy my day job. I have read the real estate guide for beginners on the BP website (which was very helpful). In terms of starting the process does it make sense to start the whole process by forming an LLC or something equivalent before beginning the process? Not familiar with the ins and outs of the whole real estate game. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!