They are a SCAM.   

Using the "deeper pockets" theory, you go after whoever has the money regardless of their degree of involvement in the scam. 

The biggest thing I have encountered in numerous inspections is chipped or flaking paint in pre-1978 homes that have children living in them.

I'd also recommend making up a few situations that you might encounter and role play using the list of question you want to find out.

It's challenging to distinguish between genuine advice and potential scams in the vast sea of information available online.

I will also be tracking expenses related to repairs, maintenance, travel to and from NV, hotel stays, meals, gas, and other regular business costs.In the long term, I aim to purchase additional properties under the business name, but I understand I need to establish at least two years of income and credit history before doing so.The issue I’m encountering is that my accountant has not provided any guidance on how to structure this scenario.

I was just scammed/mislead by two sketchy Real Estate Wholesaling companies here in El Paso, Texas.

I have a duplex in Columbus , OH.  One side is traditional rental and the other side I have furnished and have been renting as STR.  I advertise on Furnished Finder, Zillow etc.  Recently I have had 2 different people...

Note investors who think learning from people who scam others out of millions is a good idea and a way to have a good reputation in the space. 

I go to some of the basins in the sierras and can encounter a dozen large lakes in one smallish basin.