Both are good cash flow markets but at a higher macro,level, I think Kansas City has a distinct advantage.

I think the little extra that you designed for what looks like the dining area made the property distinctive and was probably a great return on investment.

The distinction between tax tool vs tactic vs and strategy is too often blurred! 

I use white sheets from a particular company, and dark gray towels, so they are distinctive.  

Education is indeed a crucial aspect of real estate investing, and your detailed breakdown of different property classes and neighborhoods is a valuable guide for newcomers.Your emphasis on understanding the local market's dynamics and class distinctions is spot on.

However, I will make a distinction between finding an appreciating area and buying for cash flow.

My guess is that Brandon makes no distinction between "12% per year or an average of 12% over a full 30 year period".

I didn't see the distinction you were making as your statement only said "from a tax standpoint, go with the LLC as it will also save you filing costs and save you money."

A local real estate agent should be able to clarify the distinction for you.A transfer from the borrower to a new owner under the "Due On Transfer--Strict" deed of trust creates a default, unless the lender consents to the transfer.

I'm not knowledgeable enough to say that's right or wrong, but it is a distinct deviation from the very general 70% rule of thumb.