These individuals have reason to try to sell you services as opposed to actually telling you about the condition of your existing septic.

This exchange would function in the name of the Partnership and said partnership would acquire separate replacement property that would be allocated after purchase to each of the owners individually.

I actually have been cautious to connect with individuals over time that had affiliation to SC tribe.

I hate taxes too, but when Airbnb went from a way for individuals who had extra room to share the space to a BUSINESS, they attracted the attention of authorities who now tax them the same as other hospitality businesses.  

I don't think I should have to pay individual fees for each transaction, but am I wrong in this?

For newly constructed, purchased or renovated properties and also retroactive generally over the last 10 years, building components are properly classified into individual units of property and accurate recovery periods for computing depreciation deductions.

We've already collected around 20,000 pre-reservations, equating to approximately $30 to $40 million, and have received hundreds of requests to build individual units.We’ve completed the first unit, which has passed the final county inspection under a residential permit, and are actively working on the second phase.

I'm guessing the management company would collect all rents, pay expenses etc and the individual LLC would just own the real estate.

Partnering with a high salary/low time individual may allow you to scale much faster. 

As a hard money lender who works with many investors in the Portland area, I can share some insights on maintenance costs for multifamily properties in this market, though individual experiences may vary:Lots of investors report a slight decrease in maintenance costs during winter months, bc of:- Fewer landscaping needs - Less wear and tear on HVAC systems (as heating is generally less intensive than summer cooling)- Reduced tenant turnover in winterWinter-specific issues can arise:- Potential roof repairs due to heavy rain or occasional snow- Gutter cleaning and maintenance to prevent water damage- Heating system repairs or maintenancePortland-specific factors:- The mild climate helps reduce extreme weather-related maintenance issues. - Older housing stock in some areas may require more upkeep. - Strict local regulations can also sometimes increase compliance-related maintenance costsCost-saving strategies I've seen help:- Preventative maintenance programs can help reduce overall costs obviously - Some investors report success with in-house maintenance teams for larger portfolios- Energy-efficient upgrades can help reduce utility costs in the long runYour specific costs will depend on factors like the age and condition of your properties, your management style, and the specific neighborhoods you're invested in, but hope this helps!