We also do not really want to go down the whole personal guarantee, W2, tax return, credit score route... or is this something we will have no choice with without hard money in this climate?

Just make sure you're nowhere near Memphis.Columbia, Murfreesboro, Spring Hill are good choices.

They have no choice, I sell to non-qualified buyers (They have a down payment but can't get a bank loan).Single member LLCs default to pass through taxation

Hey Mooyoung, Columbus is a great choice to get started.

It will be beneficial on your journey.

They can help you understand the legal and financial implications specific to your situation, ensuring you make the best choice for your partnership.

Despite this choice, I still intend to have an inspection company involved, inspecting every phase of the project.

Always beneficial to start investing in a market you know well.

I think it makes the highest class product of the three choices. 

In some instances, being the small local guy can be more beneficial.