I decided to work with them but this turned into a long process of approximately 6 months. 

Any guidance you can provide as we navigate this process would be incredibly valuable.Looking forward to connecting further!

Quote from @Michael Challenger: I have no qualms with hard money lending, but I need to learn more about the process and structure to these for typical deals so that I am more comfortable and in a position to reduce my personal risk and risk to investors as much as possible.

We have helped a ton of clients with the process here in Chicago..just be sure to find a team (Agent, Lender, HUD Consultant, and General Contractor) that has done these renovation loans in the past!

Dan,The process to create an LLC in Illinois is pretty simple.

These loans require taxpayers to be current on all previous tax filings, highlighting the importance of expedited processes for obtaining necessary documentation, such as tax transcripts or copies of prior returns.

I have 9 loans currently so looking to do a conventional loan on my next depending on that process.

Quote from @Sharma Parth: Quote from @Jacob Sherman: are they selling the rent ready properties or consultants guiding you start to finish in the process  rent ready properties. they will take distressed properties > fix them > get you  section 8 tenant > and also offer management for you Sounds like a no brainer if the  numbers are right .

#2...not the zoning, although that can be important too, but the actual property code in the Florida statutes about tax liens and the process. 

Italians like to avoid taxes thus they don’t necessarily go through the permit process.