LLC adds a layer of protection.

Using public sites with free access is better than nothing, but it is not live, it us not as accurate, and it often is missing vital info and data.

Thanks city of Milwaukee, another 10k price drop to accommodate new hvac, going from the boiler system to forced air.All in all the work done to the property included:27 new windows2 new furnaces, ductwork and water heatersNew PEX plumbing along with accompanying fixturesDrywall work and insulation to remedy water damageNew roof (6 layer tear off)Refinished hardwood floorsNew cabinets, countertops, etcGutted bathroomsPaint abound Etc, etc, etcBeing the largest project I have undertaken, I ate two months of holding costs in getting the property ready for rent as I grossly underestimated the amount of time it would take to get the property ready.  

Due diligence is vital to your survival.

This is pretty vital information to find out within the first 10 minutes of them walking into your office.I got my license about 12 years after becoming an investor.

I agree with @Allan Bishop Jr. finding great networking group to pull information from is vital.

:-(One vital notion is whether or not the House or Senate will keep/flip.

Well, it took a fix and flip that wasn't selling at the price we want (and had gotten broken into once) for us to look into STR to get us through the slow winter months and add a layer of protection to a vacant home.

Sometimes Section 8 properties are layered with other programs such as LIHTC which may restrict ownership transfer.HUD does have a process  by which you can get a rent increase based on (however not guaranteed to match) market rents.  

You will need several loans from this person so this is vital.