It's just another source to vet info from (only it's from a ton of investors compiled information over all spans of time). 

We typically try to get numbers from 3 sources.

If they have actually proved mold (highly unlikely) the next step is to carefully evaluate their report and see whether the tenants actions/inactions may be the source of the mold...

It also has the potential to be a B quadrant business and I quadrant investment (for those of you who know the cash flow quadrant).It's great to get training but make sure you trust the source.

It came out great and I still own this home.Identifying the source of the leak and repairing that is super important to prevent more problems.

But I can tell you I have seen more people fail simply because they think they can learn everything they need to know from BP, YouTube, and other online sources.

You'd have to find a person familiar with MN tax laws to address how the CA-sourced income would be taxed on the MN returns.As to the LLP/LLC question, LLPs require a general partner, which usually has unlimited liability. 

Please let me know if you are able to consult me on this topic.My main source of income is a W-2.

If you can get creative in sourcing deals I think you can still find some good ones.

If you can source deals with a margin in them, then that is a great way to grow quicker than most.Your family friend that owns the real estate company may or may not be a help.