Even if you create a non-CA LLC, if you are managing the business from California, you will likely be deemed to be "doing business" in California and therefore likely subject to CA taxes.

This forum so far has helped me very much in learning.Thanks in advance  Hard Money lenders are not in the business of taking properties.

This is my full time self owned business.

The numbers just don't make sense to me.

@Kenneth GermannThere is an element of trust in getting business done. 1.

Makes sense, thank you.

The cleaners and handyman have their own door code as well and I make sure their door code is invalid between the hours of 10pm-5am, just as a sanity check sense there's no reason for them to access the property at that time.

I went through her Facebook, and turns out she runs a CPN business (credit profile number, for those who may not be familiar... people use fake names and SSNs, and credit profiles enroute to obtaining housing, cars, credit cards, etc.).I'm very bummed because I was gathering contractor quotes to have these damages added as judgements that could be garnished from her paycheck by the state, and now we've hit a dead end.

I am now looking to start my first real estate business and would greatly appreciate connecting with other experienced investors.My goal is to start a small but promising real estate venture focused on property or land acquisition/development.

Risky business.