But this one got me - I recently saw a guru advertising a workshop for gurus.

I have attended several real estate workshops with ‘gurus’ that came with a $20-60k price tag, and Lifetime Unlimited (per suggestion from someone here on BP). 

He's also paying it forward through his Jumpstart Germantown program by offering educational workshops for newbie real estate investors.

There is also a free Rich Dad® Education Workshop in Westminster I just found, that is on 07/30 next week.

I use it as a workshop. 

The attorney I talked to at a workshop said he would suggest out of state LLCs 10, 20 years ago but not now.

Depending on where you intend to base your own residence, you might find a good opportunity in purchasing a SFH with a MIL-suite, out-building (shed/workshop), or conversion of a garage.

CE workshop is what I used to get my License you just select the state and read what your actual requirements are, and it gives you a step by step walk through.  

There are many resources available that cover various aspects of the real estate market, investment strategies, and financing options.Attend local real estate seminars, workshops, and networking events to learn from experienced investors.Build a Strong Financial Foundation:Focus on building good financial habits.

But also some more invasive things like new flooring and ripping out carpets and drop ceiling.Besides these things, among my list of projects are: Improving insulation, building a small personal workshop, and framing out and creating a fourth (efficiency) unit in the building.I am extremely excited for this new adventure and am beyond ready for the challenges to come.