We're looking to transfer this into an LLC for liability purposes.From what I can tell, the best way to do this is to retitle the property, pay Chicago's expensive retitling tax, and set up an operating agreement, all of which likely requires a real estate lawyer (what $ base do we use on the tax, given we aren't selling it to ourselves, just transferring it?). 

I’m looking to get started in the fix-and-flip business and have a few questions. I have a couple of funding options on the table and I’d love to hear your thoughts:
Funding Approach: I have capital partners who are ...

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The #1 reason that landlords fail is due to failure to manage to the lease (Source: American Apartment Owners' Assn). 

But Americans have pets they love and want our space.

(I'm non confrontational)The plot has a native American burial site, which we spoke to a tribe member and gladly let them onsite for rituals and practice. 

Do not use American Money Loan Services or Tom Vanderlaan.  

I am looking to partner with someone and when I find them , I wanted to know what is the best strategy to partner with them? What bylaws should I consider and what business strategy should we implement?

What's the best way to navigate this situation regarding the application process as well as the lease administration?

if they are pressuring you like this.PLEASE watch the American Greed Episode on Remmington Financial  .not saying these guys wont or don't fund of course.. but when I do my deals with my banks its common that I pay for the phase one and the appraiser directly..