Consulting with a local real estate agent who specializes in vacation homes can provide valuable insights and help navigate the intricacies of the Seattle market.

You should consult an attorney or CPA for your specific situation.ANONYMITY: When you create the LLC, your name is recorded on the documents and published on the Secretary of State's website for all to see.

We are having a hard time finding tax professionals that offer tax strategy consulting as well as basic tax filing services.

NNN 20+ yearsPeople work with me exclusive with written agreement to buy NNN.If people want to just talk, explore NNN rate is currently 1,500 for 30 minutes or 3,000 for 1 hour on the phone.If they sign agreement and buy something and we close where I make my fees then I give credit for consult fee.My time is very valuable.Good luck  

Should I consult with a real estate attorney when drafting up a contract?

We do have a 203k consultant (I think that's the term) due to the rehab amount borrowed.

you get mortgage paydown every month; you might be able to reduce your taxable income from your W2 with passive losses (consult your CPA); hopefully you get appreciation; maybe you get a little cash flow; etc. 

I noticed you're a Real Estate Consultant.

It’s advisable to consult with a tax professional who has experience with real estate investments to ensure that this strategy aligns with IRS regulations and your financial goals.

It's a good idea to consult with a property manager or do thorough research on landlord and tenant rights, as situations can become litigious quickly.