While they are the only public LLC document, they do not govern LLC operations in any way; they do not determine who the actual members are.

However, if you are worried about being sued, you should use the best level of protection that you can afford.Your state laws: The laws governing asset protection vary from state to state.

My neighbor said he thought there might be a free government provided service but he can't remember the name.   

I guess it makes sense with all the government jobs there.

But CA has even friendlier tenant laws so they are out....I'd like to find a state where I can 1031 the rentals and have more cash flow and less expenses, as well as laws that aren't outright theft of my property by the government for years at a time to give free housing to people at my expense...

@Jasmeial Jackson and Account ClosedYou both seem a bit naive about federal laws regarding this.The primary law that governs how institutions can use or share personal information about consumers is the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act of 1999.

However, if you are worried about being sued, you should use the best level of protection that you can afford.Your state laws: The laws governing asset protection vary from state to state.

Any tips on dealing with local governments to get this sort of thing done is much appreciated!

I know some people online say that the government covers repairs but I haven't seen that in any of the documentation and from what I've heard from fellow investors that is a lie.

The government is paying people and companies a premium to not invest.