In the past I have used a property manager but thinking of doing this myself.I was wondering if any other small landlords do anything to hide their real name and/or real address/phone number from tenants during the screening and leasing process.  

Similar to cost segregation but based on real expenses instead of estimates.

Too many people get into real estate wanting to make a quick easy buck.  

Although real estate seems to always increase in value there are times when it feels like a jagged knife.  

Our current agent is the only agent who has suggested that we try to sell them separately since selling them together didn't appear to work.On the other hand, maybe prospective buyers are waiting to see how much lending rates decline in the next few months and what happens with the Costa-Hawkins proposition on CA ballots this November.  

I’ve been seeing people post about the South Bend, Indiana real estate market and have become interested after doing some research.

I mean just look at where you personally live.. top ranked schools have the highest priced real estate 97.3 % of the time.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

You should speak to an real estate lawyer before purchasing this property. 

A new investor buying a $150,000 SFH house in the Midwest or $500,000 duplex doesn't need a trust in the Cook Islands - ridiculous and not practical.I know many California investors with millions in real estate who purchased umbrella insurance who don't even have LLCs.