@Crystal Wilson Do some states require you need a agent?

-save $1k+ in taxes and fees yearly-can use the savings to get more insurance and a higher liability than the value of house. for flipping houses in California does anyone just put into sole proprietor own name and just use the $1k+ in savings for LLC costs into Insurance or use for savingor am I just being too risky. 

Not only did Detroit beat every city in other popular Midwest states like Indiana, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin, etc...Detroit beat every city in the super popular states of Arizona, California, Florida, and Texas - Detroit beat them ALL!

I currrntly own a home and am renting it out, I am working on purchasing a duplex.

You don't own the debt even though you are nice enough to pay it.

- How long before you think you would be able to get your own loan and purchase the property in your names?

You seem to have answered your own question.

What I have learned is that it's nerve wracking to invest out of state, but sometimes investing out of state is a great idea since it could be the most bang for your buck.

I own and invest in Birmingham and would be happy to connect to share insights and introduce you to contacts in my network.I also work for a local property management company that serves many out-of-state investors.If you come across any properties, I’d be happy to provide rental analysis reports based on comparable rentals to help you evaluate potential investments.Looking forward to connecting!

Larger population and the state capitol is in OKC.Tornadoes haven't really been a thing the last 10 years.