We have another rental, for which we do not think a security deposit serves any purpose.

My main point in writing this post today is to warn other investors to not use this guy and to please do your homework. 

My husband and I are new to the area and would like to purchase a condo or two for the sole purpose of vacation rentals.

My main goal is to learn as much as possible about this fascinating world of real estate investment and realize financial and personal freedom.

basically the steps would be1. drive to find a potentially qualified house.2. find out who lives there and what their mailing address is.3. put them into your mailing campaign to start sending them lettersim mainly looking to outsource #2 and #3 and curious as to how you guys do it.  

Almost all hotels prohibit marijuana smoking, and there is a huge influx of tourists coming here for that specific purpose.

I wrote the above for informational purposes.

Normally you would purchase a commercial property in a special purpose entity such as an LLC and therefore there would be no history for this entity aside from the subject loan.

I am estimating building costs around $100/sf, but wasn't sure if that should include permits, or costs to bring sewer, water, electric, etc from the main road, building a road, and that sort of stuff.

which is best for tax purposes and protection when it comes to RE.ThanxRalphMMiami, Fl