Look at your the internal rate of return instead.

Do I create an LLC to own the property and use a quit claim deed to transfer ownership?

Yes I didn’t transfer the service right over to my name, and I’m realizing this is one of my biggest down falls.

@Jacob PalmerTaking over tenants in a duplex means you must honor lease agreements, transfer security deposits, and provide proper notice.

If you have the time, offer to work/intern for s big investor, that would be a huge way to get started.

The security deposit should also be transferred to you as part of the closing.

However, anyone with international experience that applies to my situation, it would be nice to hear from you. 

So in one thread they are preaching all the money they make then in another they are preaching no one should be doing it - they are also an "international speaker"....

I think your best is to keep reading and above all build your network reach out to local investors and ask what they need help with.I work with special needs kiddos and we often call investors, lawyers, etc. and ask them how we can create an intern program where we help them and learn the business at the same time.

It's hard to ignore the benefit that any tax saved is basically a wealth transfer gift to the beneficiaries.