I use a scoring model so that I can formally approve and deny applicants on a standard consistent method to avoid discriminatory practices.

Corporate entities do protect you from liability, but you must observe the legal corporate formalities.

Apparently My uncle got the property through a tax lien sale (i was told I'm in a non judicial state).

Warning, it is primarily a book about stocks, bonds, and the formal markets.

I'm aware we have a local REIA group already but this would be something smaller and less formal.

If I were you, I would begin the formal eviction process since they don't sound like they're going to leave nicely. 

It is a formal process.

So no formal appraisal or inspection but we do have a form you'll fill out and we are looking for photos, comparables, and a broken down remodel plan.

Conversely you can put it into a land trust and change owners with no formal recording (but only AFTER the land trust is recorded on title). 

(Learn the difference between judicial and nonjudicial foreclosure.)When the mortgage holder obtains a judgment of foreclosure, your mortgaged property is sold by the court at a foreclosure sale.