Setting up LLCs can get be expensive and create a lot of paperwork - each LLC files it's own taxes, etc.If you can't find what you're looking for here on BP, Nolo has a book "Every Lanlord's Legal Guide" that would be a good start.

@Brian ChristianAs Brandon said putting more on your profile, what type of small business and add a pic.Welcome.Check out the Start Here page http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere Locate forums of interest.Check out BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginner's Guide - A fantastic free book that walks through many of the key topics of real estate investing.Check out the free BiggerPockets Podcast - A weekly podcast with interviews and a ton of great advice.

For doing commercial/ business purpose loans (secured by real estate ) is there any guide available on Dept of Business Oversight or any other place to conform to The CFLL - California Finance Lenders Law?

So when you are starting out, and need a guide, mentor or just advice, do not bite the hands that feed you.

Hope everyone is doing well, stumbled across this site and hoping I can get some valuable input.I'm 26 y/o went to school for finance and insurance at Northeastern in Boston.

You should check out the free Beginners Guide and see what interests you in real estate investing.

I want to Thank everyone who has taken the time to contribute valuable information, so that people like my wife and I feel confident about our future in REI!

I've been reading through the Beginner's Guide and am very excited about the depth of knowledge in this community.

If you haven't yet, be sure to check out the The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Real Estate Investing and The BiggerPockets Podcast.

Check out the Start Here page http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere Check out BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginner's Guide - A fantastic free book that walks through many of the key topics of real estate investing.