I would also include a weekly cleaning service of the common areas (again included in the rent, so paid for by tenants indirectly). 

It can be a great option to subsidize your housing costs, gain appreciation, and benefit from someone else helping to pay down your loan. 

Originally posted by @Cory Lucas:@Jay Hinrichs he said it was a 6 month commitment...well then 6k to figure out if you have any benefit..

Income is born from defined benefit retirement pensions ($250k/annually with 3% annual COLA) and the remainder is from W2 employment for my wife and I.

Let me know and I can put you in direct contact with them  Quick closings. 

I have some areas I am working that I could find some benefit. 

Upgrading to Pro comes with a lot of benefits, but they don't work without work!

You can also check meetup.com or search Facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.Upgrading to Pro comes with a lot of benefits, but they don't work without work!

Should I still protest property taxes and use the lower taxes it as an added "benefit" to the new buyer?

I understand that forming an LLC can offer various benefits, such as liability protection and potential tax advantages, but I'm a bit overwhelmed with where to begin.I'd appreciate any advice or recommendations on the following:1.