It offers a user-friendly interface, robust automation features, and solid reporting that many find invaluable.

Reducing risk requires at least some time spent in research and involvement in a deal.There are many other things you learn along the way as well. 

Personally I think Josh himself is innocent but the company definitely is involved in shady and deceptive business practices.

I currently have around 20k cash for a down payment and that is steadily increasing so I want to pull the trigger soon.I'm interested in Fort Wayne for a few reasons:- I have some family in the area (they won't be involved, but have some general knowledge of the area)- Decent schools- Low crime- Airport- Low pricesAny advice or connections are welcome as I am completely new to this.

@Corey Curtin has been a stellar agent for my clients.I heard things that involve the city like zoning/permits can take a while in Birmingham compared to other AL markets so I'd be cautious of that. 

There has been quite a few reports of folks really gouging the hell out of victims of the fires.

Not sure what collateral means2.What do you mean by "listed correctly" as in reporting the rental income on your taxes?

Are you looking to just put the money to work or looking to be personally involved in getting, rehabbing, and dispo of deals?

I wouldn't recommend setting up an LLC out of state if you are buying in Tennessee unless your tax advisor is looking to help you on strategy.. but from a numbers standpoint, it really doesn't make sense when you start adding up on all of the annual LLC reporting fees from different states and then it starts cutting into your cashflow.

While your lease may indicate that the tenant pays, the biggest problem with this is that tenants will stop reporting issues for fear of paying.