This is as simple as going through neighborhoods and finding distressed properties, and learning how to make them offers.

That said - I think a simple muitual fund would give me better returns on the same money ($900k) at 8-12% (i.e., $72k - $108k). 

Shelf LLCs are pre-established entities like you mentioned in your post.However, if you prefer to avoid setting up shelf LLCs, using land trusts can be a simple and effective alternative.

I’ll try and remember to post the location back in this thread, but I’ll definitely make an event here on the BP site once a location has been chosen.

Some people are mentioning how they’ve been successful buying OOS site unseen.BUT, let’s keep in mind that that was a totally different market ago where almost everybody succeeded (low rates, incredible appreciation etc.) 

They’ll have a deep understanding of the market and a strong network, which can help you identify the best opportunities.Owning rental property isn’t as simple as it might seem.

That means that you will need to get those particular ducks in a row before you get rolling.Also, sites like Taskrabbit.com has a lot of folks on there that can help get things put together, setup the spaces etc.

You can usually find some events by doing a simple google search.

That is a type of commercial insurance and not a simple homeowners policy.Regarding the little things, yes that is what AirCover is for.

This is a GRIND but that is the way forward in this environment IMO.Why this works is simple: You slow ramp to give time to build alot of skills needed to scale at the end of the 10th year you SHOULD have at least $3M portfolio assuming 3% appreciation that is $90K you are adding to your net worth EVERY single year guaranteed!