I just got notified by appfolio they are shutting down their listing syndication site "Rentlinx."  

So although the common wisdom or recommendation is to talk to a lawyer (which I did) I'm getting conflicting advice on this whole issue of Wyoming LLCs and the level of protection and anonymity they actually provide. 

Taxes and insurance are somewhat high relative to the value of the properties.

It is fairly easy to do online.  

However, I'm just starting out and looking for some guidance on where to begin my journey.I've done some research online, but I'd love to hear from those with experience in this field.

Does anyone in Quad Cities have recommendation on attorney?

Lots of factors, but deciding factor was what what Torren described (waterfall highly favorable to GP).

Any advice or recommendations are greatly appreciated!

Any seasoned real estate investors out there with location tips?

@Nicholas Pisano real estate investing is a long-term game, not overnight.Have seen many newbies jump in a buy several properties, then when things don't go according to their unrealistic plans, freak out and sell at a loss.A past client is doing that right now - they bought 5 properties from a high-pressure agent, hired us, micro-managed us to try to meet their unrealistic expectations, terminated us and hire another PMC to "save" their portfolio and went that didn't work out, are now selling 3 at a loss.