If I was you I would, try to see what you qualify for first, study see if there is any homes that might give you positive cash flow try, north county areas like Escondido and Oceanside tend to be more affordable but with good income rent. that's how I started first year bought 2 with 5% down loans, I got a tiny positive cash flow and grew my income and credit history I went with HML and did some flips and all in expensive San Diego no money to start, now I give HML and have consulting firm for first time investors and we have acquire over 230 properties all in the county with all and all is about the numbers. please fill free to ask me I could maybe guide you in the right way, I am not very active on bigger pockets but ill be on it this weekend.

I left that too and now dabble in REI and do some consulting on the side. 

The fees are nominal.Behind all of them is a single business entity with a non-descript name.You'll need to consult a suitable legal professional from there.

Front load fees, redemption fees, 12B-1 fees, turnovers, expense ratios, are pushed down the throats of our people in order to pay bonuses and kickbacks to mangers and consultants.    

We used a lot of subs, we had a consulting arrangement with a home builder and used a few of his subs, most were great.  

I am curious to see what most of my fellow BPers do for their main stream of income, I personally work as an RV sales Consultant and do real estate part time as the opportunities arise.

Business consultant in both real estate and financial industry for over 10 years.

I believe there may be some tax benefits to using an LLC, but I would consult an accountant before you decide what to do there.

If you are at all concerned, and you should be, you should consult with a local attorney for more information on how to handle this issue.

Therefore, my team, which includes architects, interior designers, and even Feng Shui consultants, strives to mindfully provide you with customized service to suit your specific needs, desires and financial means.