Obviously, opacity is beneficial to failing syndicators who can use information asymmetry to take more money from new susceptible LPs.

But, putting the property in a Land Trust, in your brother's name, and then having him tfr the beneficial interest to you at some future date (maybe after letting the lender know of the trust tfr), may help shield the beneficial interest tfr, but technically, may not circumvent the DOS.

Start there it will offer many more options and choices than the 'loan officer' at your bank branch.

As an investor, you should only make numbers-based purchases.Also, agents are only transaction-based - if they make a mistake (or choose to take advantage of your naivete) they still get their commission check and can disappear:(So, a great PMC is often the best choice to start with, since they obviously know the rental market and they have to deal with whatever they help you buy, on a daily basis after the purchase!

I guess the choice is really up to youThese prices all depend on the area.

By knowing the McDonough and Atlanta home markets, you can make smart choices about house prices, how much rent to ask for, and where growth is likely.

Is it worth diving into a full bathroom/kitchen gut (unpermitted/handyman not of my choice) possibly revealing more issues or just paint, new cabinet pulls, switches/outlets, lights, etc?

Keep in mind to get the best rates (including for refis) you have to live in the property.Living with your parents can be beneficial since you would be living for free, but is that the lifestyle you want?

You best choice may be a secured loan in the US.  

I haven't used this one but it looks all metal so a better choice for you.