Unfortunately the state used to give a 12% credit on the property tax, but I understand that they no longer apply the credit to new property tax issues. https://www.nstitle.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2018/12/CUYAHOGA-TAXES-Res.pdfIronically, the property tax rates in more desirable Cuyahoga County suburbs with great school systems and outstanding services (Independence) tend to be lower, while the tax rates in cities with a low level of services (Garfield Heights) tend to be much higher up to 4%.

Development and design standards will create a pedestrian orientation within centers and along major corridors, with parking located on the side or rear of, or within, major structures.you can get more detail about it here: https://www.fresno.gov/darm/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2016/11/FresnoCitywideDevelopmentCode.pdfbest of luck and let me know if I can help you with anything in Fresno area

@Tracy SwansonSee sample http://www.cicchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Contractor-Sworn-Statement.pdf

I found this form below:https://secondunitcentersmc.org/wp-content/uploads/California-Association-of-Realtors-Residential-Lease-Agreement.pdfI was wondering if I would be able to use this form or is it only to be used by someone who is part of the "California Association of Realtors".

Therefore, even though you say you can incorporate in any state, know that you likely will still be subject to California tax and need to register your LLC in CA if you do not form a CA-based LLC.This article may help you go through the analysis of some questions you have about forming an LLC and the rules in CA: https://www.mmpph.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/M...

Below is link to sample purchase contract (same one as I used) commonly used in NChttps://www.falcononeclt.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4889/2018/02/Offer_to_Purchase_and_Contract__72017_ts67604.pdfI will push hard to get this deal done. 

Will depend on several factors like the type of property, type of tenants, your risk tolerance, other assets you own, your estate planning, laws where the property is located, etc.This article goes into a lot of the considerations about whether to form an LLC or not for CA: https://www.mmpph.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/May-2019-newsletter.pdfAny lawsuits would be limited to the assets of the LLC and not your personal assets (assuming you run the LLC appropriately and the corporate veil is not pierced).

Does anyone know where to obtain a list of cities, say all the ones listed in the National Apartment Research Report by Berkadia (https://www.berkadia.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Berkadia-2019-National-Apartment-Forecast.pdf), that shows the 2018 increase over 2017, and 2019 projected median home sales price increase?

Will depend on several factors like the type of property, type of tenants, your risk tolerance, other assets you own, your estate planning, laws where the property is located, etc.This article goes into a lot of the considerations about whether to form an LLC or not for CA: https://www.mmpph.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/M...Any lawsuits would be limited to the assets of the LLC and not your personal assets (assuming you run the LLC appropriately and the corporate veil is not pierced).

I went through BP post and found a checklist https://theresabradleybanta.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Checklist-Before-You-Offer.pdfParallelly  I want to approach existing tenants and want to ask about issues with the property like - existing repairs  - recent inspections - soundproofing- any issues with HVAC, electricity, and plumbing - also about an existing landlord - their current rent and lease agreements. ( just for a reference as I'll be requesting Schedule E or 1065 form from the existing owner)  Since I'll be knocking on their doors and asking them, I might be shunned away or not welcomed, so I was wondering if there any tips you all can share which would help me approach the tenants Would offering them a chipotle or subway gift card for 15 mins of their time, a good idea??