Maybe they've been burned by landlords in the past and are being very careful.You can legally reject them based on personality, facial tattoos, body odor, or other factors, but you better make sure you can prove that it wasn't based on any protected class like race, religion, familial status, etc.

Registration fees $800+ SOI $50 fees California and legal stuff-keeping it simple-easier to refinance a SFR if decide to just BRR and cash out refi in my personal name versus trying to get loan in LLC name. 

The below is not legal advice and you should hire a lawyer with past subject to experience. 

In CA, you are legally required to have a CA LLC if you are "conducting business in CA".

This is both a legal and tax question. 

This doesn't replace the need for a MSA that will capture additional clauses needed on a Contractor-SubContractor relationship, this is just a project specific form you would use in addition to the MSA (prepared by your Attorney):This template is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

There's a good chance the issue(s) you face has already been discussed and answered.Ask questions in the appropriate forum.

There's a good chance the issue(s) you face has already been discussed and answered.Ask questions in the appropriate forum.

It is an expense, but they keep it all legal and compliant.

@Bryan HartlenManaging low-end properties can be demanding due to higher tenant turnover, increased maintenance needs, and frequent rent collection issues.