I haven't worked with anyone since we prefer co-hosting but know oodles and oodles of hosts that do it.

We find that our investors prefer to see deal specific details as opposed to a long presentation talking about the company, strategy, etc.   

If it's a single member LLC then they prefer to have an officer sign, which would be you and your legal name.

Since I am new to this space, I would prefer to have as safe of an investment as possible then graduate to the more sophisticated. 

At the same time, I prefer to minimize liability, though I’m not a seasoned investor.Is this one of those calculated risks that investors eventually become comfortable with, or should I prioritize limiting liability from the outset?

My attorney says he prefers it when there is a business reason for the state of the LLC, and he said either your home state or where the property is located is suitable.A much bigger topic is whether or not having an LLC is a good strategy given your personal situation. 

I also don't love the search bar on Rabbu, and prefer using specific comps.

I also lived in NV and TX for some time, and would prefer that climate, but need to make sure the financials make sense there. 

To be honest, all of them work, it just depends.What I have been learning over the years for me is I prefer 2-4 unit properties.

Inspections may cost more upfront, but they can save you from significant headaches and unexpected expenses down the road.Negotiate Hard: Use inspection findings as leverage.If the HVAC is near the end of its life, negotiate a credit for its replacement.If the cast iron plumbing is deteriorating and needs replacement, ask for a credit as well.Sellers often prefer negotiating credits over doing the work themselves.To give you an example: I was once under contract for an old house priced at $170,000.