hi, my names Bryson I’m 21 and looking to expand my business portfolio focusing mainly on the real estate and rental market though I’m new to the game.

They give you discounts on West Elm, Pottery Barn, etc and a membership is free if you have a business.  

I see many first time investors make the mistake of buying in a college town, but not where the students want to live.Business Sprints - You work like a lion in this business.

That is cool, but for those running a business at any level of scale, not of any significant importance.

If your LLC is not doing business in MN, then it would seem to make sense to register it in CA to avoid the need to pay registration fees in 2 states, if you can avoid MN filing fees and requirements. 

My business partner and I are considering starting a real estate consulting practice where we would advise buyers, sellers and investors on the buying and selling process.

@Eric KajkaTHanks for the post   1) your FIL  will have  approx 2-3%  of selling expenses  assuming there are no realtors involved ..assuming 600K sales price  and existing loan amount  he will likely  net   a bit under the  400K  needed for AZ house ...he  will also likely have  some  costs  involved  with moving and buying the  AZ home .   

I assume, I will have to open business accounts and use those to manage my business expenses and business earnings etc. 

The rules are confusing me for whether this is only needed for hiring an individual independent contractor or if it's needed for hiring another business as well. 

Our area is not unique, this is a nationwide issue (opportunity) for accounting firms.In the end I think many would be well served to think of their CPA/EA as they do an attorney - while they can also help provide planning advice to better structure your tax life and save some money, a portion of the cost is just a cost of doing business - you are required to be compliant by the Feds / states / etc, and the CPA/EA is insurance to ensure you get it right and stay out of their way.