They are about 3 times our size.Tenant screening is vital.

Keeping her mortgage in place is certainly possible, but adds a little layer of complexity.  

If you're doing single member LLCs, then there's really no reason to pay an attorney and you can do it just as you say.I think the multiple layers are overkill as if you are sued, you will be sued in Florida (or wherever you are purchasing the property).  

They are inexpensive and will cover your personal residence, rental properties, cars etc. with an additional layer of personal liability insurance.

Now, finding the right team to work with can be even more vital than choosing the market. 

There's also a second layer of design that I require from my architects that is more construction-related.

For a beginner, investing in the range of SFH to fourplexes, what team members would you say are vital to your team and how did you find those people for your own team?

It adds a layer in between you and the seller and frankly takes some of the liability off.

Gathering information is a vital first step, but taking action is the most important strep in my opinion. 

IF it nots cedar shake, I bet you have multiple layers of shingles, In my area 2 layers and then you have to tear off.