I thought it would be extremely formal guys with briefcases and way over my head. i felt it rapidly grew my network, knowledge basis, and confidence that has propelled me to be successful in acquiring 300+ units over the last 4 years. 

Of course the co-signer should be significantly stronger in ALL areas as compared to the applicant...usually this is a parent or relative, and they should be well established, with ownership of real estate for years; long and stable employment; no, or very distant, criminal and traffic court records; well funded SAVINGS/IRA's or stock market accounts.

This is actually one of the main reasons many agents and investors may not like them generally speaking (they are often not serious professionals with a proven track record of success, the vast majority are struggling to find their first deal and are time-wasters to interact with).   

Somehow, a quitclaim was made from the sole heir just 5 days before  the tax sale - and recorded in the deed book the day after the tax sale.  

Clearly record the purpose and terms.LLC to Personal: Draw money as an owner’s distribution or repayment of a loan, ensuring it’s properly documented.➡️ Mixing personal and LLC funds without proper documentation could pierce the corporate veil, exposing personal assets to liabilities.

Quote from @Nicole Koch: I think that most people looking for anonymity are basically trying to keep their name off public records so that if they own rental units some psycho cant just look up who owns the property, whats their FB, who is the wife/husband, kids etc.. 

.📝 Pro Tip: Keep receipts & records to back up your claims.

Some landlords have requested cameras (they being responsible for setting those up if they want them) or already have cameras installed, but you want to make sure any prospective tenant is fully aware cameras are actively recording and it's clearly communicated to them.

Quote from @Dennis McNeely:Ask the judge - point blank and on the record during a court hearing - to take action.

As long as there wasn't a lien recorded on the physical title itself then there wasn't an issue.