They make their money off of real estate agents, but real estate agents are the worst people to make money off because they are highly unreliable and in and out of the business when the market changes.Their target should be the consumer with higher levels that they can subscribe too for data, since Zillow is linked to the MLS now which makes their data somewhere more reliable.

Then find a CPA who can help you set up and manage your business and advise you on the best business structure.

Would that lower our tax liability from other income we receive or no because this is purely RE and not an operating business?

Quote from @La Toya Flowers Butler: I'm a newbie to real estate investing, looking to learn, cultivate business relationships, and invest!  

I've never seen such a mismanaged business.

Operating within California means you’ll need to register any LLC conducting business in the state, regardless of where it’s formed.

Now you are telling me my critique of of your business model "gives you motivation".

Their company is pretty great at not responding to their communities people , not following local law yet alone their own lease agreements The uptick of lot rents I get it it’s business but also driving out affordability for people which again it’s a business so some may say that part is just the territory , but not following lease agreements , hiring poor management and then doing nothing about it when it’s escalated is a reflection on their business aswell   best of luck. 

this is basically the business credit coaching partner that works with you over the course of 12 mos. to help you build up business credit for your company. 

I use Foremost for my mobile home investing business with the properties I buy and hold.