Offer to put her in a hotel and buy her dinner to "ease" her concerns while the carpet is stretched.

They were added to my LLC instead of doing a joint venture for two reasons taxes and ease.  

For ease of management, name recognition etc.

*Only thing smokies had going for it was the Taxes/Insurance/Ease of Operations.   

Simply put, there's so much difference economically wise, politically wise (depending on states), financially wise and ease to operate, even remotely. 

Let's break down the pros and cons of each approach:Forming an LLC in the State Where the Property is Located:Pros:Compliance with Local Laws: Establishing an LLC in the state where the property is situated ensures compliance with local regulations and laws specific to that jurisdiction.Legal Clarity: It provides clear legal jurisdiction and may simplify any legal proceedings related to the property in that state.Perception: Operating with a local LLC may give tenants and local authorities confidence in your commitment to the community.Cons:Additional Costs: Setting up and maintaining an LLC in another state means incurring additional registration fees, taxes, and possibly hiring local legal counsel.Administrative Burden: Managing multiple LLCs across different states adds complexity to your administrative workload, including extra paperwork and compliance requirements.Tax Implications: You may face tax obligations in both the state where the property is located and your home state, potentially leading to double taxation or complexities in tax filings.Managing Through Home State LLC:Pros:Simplified Management: Handling all properties under a single LLC streamlines administrative tasks, reducing paperwork and simplifying tax filings.Cost Savings: Avoiding the need to establish multiple LLCs in different states saves on registration fees, legal expenses, and ongoing maintenance costs.Consistency: Uniformity in management practices and legal structures may contribute to efficiency and ease of operation across your real estate portfolio.Cons:Legal Exposure: Operating out-of-state properties under a home state LLC may expose your personal assets to the laws and liabilities of the other state, potentially diminishing the liability protection the LLC offers.Compliance Challenges: You'll need to ensure your home state LLC meets the legal requirements for conducting business in other states, which could involve additional filings and fees.Perception and Credibility: Some tenants or local stakeholders may prefer dealing with a landlord who has a local presence, which could impact your reputation or relationships in the community.Ultimately, the decision depends on your specific circumstances, risk tolerance, and long-term goals.

I actually thought their UI was well designed and had nice little tool tips for places that i was about to pick up the phone and call their support team.The information their cost segregation tool asks for are simple, clear and any property owner should be able to answer them with ease.

Ken's not totally clueless, but he's FAR from the "Guru" status he portrays and that's the whole rub to it; the guy with a tonic to ease an upset stomach saying it will cure ANY/ALL ailments, regrow limb's, lol.

To recap: Be extremely cautious with flat fee MLS sites that only refer business to other agents.Bonus PointsYou should also consider the ease of use of the flat fee MLS listing provider, for example, can you complete everything online?

It’s true, there's a certain reassurance in traditional, in-person closings where you can see all parties and the attorney right there.Still, virtual closings are generally secure and are backed by robust technology for identity verification, which should ease some worries.