They have sets of 24 plates for around $25; the same bowls as a set for around $25; the glasses may be slightly less, at say, 24 regular juice glasses for $18.

Umbrella LLCABC LLC DEF LLC GHI LLC KLM LLCIf they are holding rental properties the are all disregarded and flow through to your Form 1040 Schedule E.

Personally, and this is just my opinion, given that you can lock in those profits from stocks now, that's exactly what I'd do, with the exception of any well managed funds and roll over those over into what I believe is a more stable investment - real estate.These are just opinion and not professional financial advice.

I have a buddy who did this...They bought the most run down they could find, put a couple grand in them, and "rent to own" and usually got  pretty stable tenants out of them.  

Window company says I need to bring the sash into the store to have the e-glass/argon gas replaced.

I always wanted to deal with those right there and closest to the action.Lastly take care not to get sucked into war zone's because they look good on paper.. the absolute highest advertised returns need to be vetted well so your not investing in a troubled area.To that end I wrote a little e book about the do's and don'ts  no  recommendation of markets or companies.. but 20 years of experience on the little things that you want to look out for when your buying out of state..... drop me a PM and I will shoot it over to youGood luck with your search I hope you find some good properties. 

@Mary Joe Just remember she JUST stated her own business and doesn't have a stable income.

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The areas of York and Lancaster are also great.Central PA is a nice stable market, with great diversity of employment, a few hours drive from NYC, Philly, and DC.You have to be a little bit careful in down town Harrisburg, but the suburbs and whole capital market is great from a cash flow and growth perspective.

Brandon Turner just put out a mini e-book on that exact subject.