Not sure if his new book covers which states have exceptions to the rule but reach out to him. 

The course came with PDF texts (not books) and a very lengthy excel sheet to memorize and tackle on my own.

I understand as someone new to real estate investing there is a lot to learn and even though I have read many books, until I do it myself for a few years, I will be far from an expert.

If it’s not a partnership or other entity then the balance is not that important, but if you’re already reconciling books and have A solid set of books it’s best to provide the balance sheet.

Quote from @Jason Seay: I address this in my book and I have an addendum in my forms package.

I just booked some time on your calendar. 

Any books, blog, etc where you would recommend starting to learn about these business structure etc, that are not written with the only purpose to sell you something ?

Plenty of successful multifamily investors have written books or have podcasts where you can learn a lot for almost nothing.

Without this foundation any money spent on gurus, courses, books mentorships that teach techniques and methods is WASTED, even if the methodology being taught is valid.  

You can always buy the books and learn all there is if you have the time.