Social media seems the best resource for this nowadays.Out of curiosity, what recourse do LPs have when GPs fail to operate according to the operating agreement?

As a powerful organization, I would like to see Bigger Pockets become a leader in not simply educating real estate investors but leading the way in warning investors about the real estate guru pitfalls.  

I want to ensure I’m doing this the right way while keeping my finances organized and compliant with any regulations.

You sound very organized for a first-time flipper so it looks like finding that mentor is paying off.

Fascinating how all of the reporting about it in the news media was so inaccurate though.

Feel free to inquire about their staff qualifications if it's a larger organization.2.

Plenty of calculators out there for free and forums/groups on social media. 

He claims to assist you with buying 5 properties, but he is on social media all day long, he has an assistant text.

Quote from @V.G Jason: Organize taxes and eat better.  

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