You are correct that if you have silent partners (LPs), you would need to set up a syndication.  

I would keep the brokerage account and focus on the tried-and-true practice of saving up for a new investment.

Since you're not performing the work, ensure the contractor has adequate coverage.

Also concerning, I just looked at zillow post and the pictures are very grainy and unflattering, even though they should have access to the nicer photos (I have had these for years, see below)..I've also been getting lots of calls form companies wanting me to sell my house.

That said, if one good coach or coursehelps you scale, it can more than make up for a few bad ones.

You can write off the  property tax (up to salt limit) and interest on a primary property.

I set up tax lien as a keyword alert so I get alerted when someone mentions them.

Hi everyone,After replying to hundreds of posts, I never thought I'd be the one posting and asking to the community for help but I guess everything has a first time!

To make taxes easier we set up a business checking account and had all the rent paid into that account and all the expenses paid out of that account.

We offer 100% financing on both purchase and rehab (loan size up to 75% ARV) but only in 10 states.So if the location and the numbers are right, you can be as low as 0% down.Yes, this kind of leverage does exist on the short-term purchase and rehab loan, and for reasonable terms.