Ive just started in my flipping business and and frustrated by the lack of control without access to MLS directly.

Remember you don't have to own a property to control it.

If this is your first real estate venture, I do not recommend investing in land for commercial  purposes. 

If I can keep control and plan my exit (15-18 years from now), that will keep me happy

Should we form some type of entitiy (LLC) or just do a joint venture since this is our first flip.  2.  

Sorry @Bill Gulley but the OP is from the other side of the state and I don't venture there. 

He claims that is none of my business since the city owns it.While it is true the city does control the first 25 ft of property I am the one who will have to replace and repair any lawn damage, and i would be responsible to keep it mowed. 

Good luck with your ventures and hope to cross paths one day.

I strongly dislike the continued pressure of HomeAway to be in control of property for which they have contributed nothing and want to position myself with data and system independent of them but one which is compatible with HomeAway and is inexpensive. 

Should we form some type of entitiy (LLC) or just do a joint venture since this is our first flip. 2.