I plan to start the permitting process thus month.

But what happens when:A tenant stops paying, and the eviction process drags on for months?

This is very much a learning process for me 50% rule, 2% rule so on so forth.

I’d recommend interviewing a handful of companies, asking for referrals, and making sure the team you choose has a multi-layer review process—so it's not just one person handling your books, but a team with oversight and checks & balances.And totally agree with @Markus Shobe: you get what you pay for!

Due Diligence is Critical—Don’t Waive Inspections•Since this is your first investment, make sure you follow a solid due diligence process before purchasing.

It sounds like REsimpli has a lot of value and combines a lot of features so I don’t need to pay for subscriptions to 10 different platforms (and invest a ton of time learning their systems only to discover a better option and start the process over again).

-Transfer the property into an LLC – This may allow me to take ownership while potentially avoiding property tax reassessment, however this sounds like an involved process-Establish a living trust for my aunt and mother – The trust would specify that I inherit the property upon their passing and provide step up in cost basis but i'm worried that the living trust can be modified to have me removed (who knows what can happen) - My mother is somewhat volatile.I would like to live in the property and my mother will live in her second property with her husband. 

Specifically I would love additional guidance when it comes to the process of forming a syndication to purchase apartment buildings.

No major thought process here very simple.. 

Real estate is transactional where people are involved so it won't be a black and white answer.The best to do is to find an agent that fits your needs and guide you through the process.