Possibly some tax benefits as well, though those would be quite minimal -- not the main goal of this, just mentioning that it'd at least offset the cost of setting up the LLC 

You can use a company like Wix or Squarespace to create a minimal, yet good looking, website.  

Then add the wasted time and possible missed opportunities and yeah, I fully agree.

But you shouldn't waste time or delay in the legal process of giving her notice that she needs to get out.  

At this point fired him and decided to take it out and start over on the DIY path to save the already wasted $$$ and time.

One of the things I always make note of (whether for my investment properties or for my personal residence as is the case in this purchase) is the type of plumbing for both supply lines and waste/vent stacks.

I suspect it will come down how successful the treasury is in their goal to minimize the burden on the real-estate industry.Too much still is not known to know how big a burden these new regulations will be. 

Owner was motivated and work needed was minimal How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

You can see if the animal is doing any damage or making sure they are cleaning up yard waste, etc. 

Wet utilities include potable and waste water lines; dry improvements include gas, electric and fiber optic cable.The Site Plan and Civil figures are all you need to get Contractor estimates.