Everyone is gambling, and I keep advising my clients to please not compete with that level of moronic. 

An LLC doesn't provide you the ability to deduct something that wasn't deductible before.You also want to be wary of 2% itemized deduction which is what you are describing a lot of your expenses.They are currently non-deductible at the federal level.

This isn't a free weekend seminar, it's $10K to $30K up front.But let's assume that they are on the level.

In an urban market, level of finish and proximity to an attraction or location contribute significantly to demand for a specific home.

This is when the program takes on another aspect of network (multi level) marketing.

Not to knock schooling, I have an advanced degree myself, but I recognize that no one would work for me that I would want running my show.There is a lot showing in your frustration, I feel for you, but it's a challenging time in the industry and without experience and the advantage of having been through a few down cycles, you may just need to read about the down side of real estate to get to the next level.

I'm not sure I'd have a PM oversee another contractor but I would probably have them involved at some level especially if you are working long distance.

All cost seg companies will eventually point you back to having that conversation with your accountant, so starting at the accountant level is going to save you time

This will enable them to manage a PM when they reach that level of doors.

I had the exact same issue on my split level house hack.