As a seller would you question this and renegotiate a lower percentage of purchase price (3% to listing firm only), or request it is a more even split?

I would like a home with a low interest rate-so I could rent out and cash flow-which he has. 

I'm excited to be a part of this community and would love to connect with others in the CT area.

This is the only mark.

This is an over simplification, but with a roof they basically look at it and say to themselves.

Also, any tips or suggestions for owning rental property in Cleveland would be greatly appreciated too!

You seem very green, I would highly suggest finding a property management company to do this for your while you learn the ropes and how things work.However, you can also get a copy of "The Book on Managing Rental Properties" by Brandon Turner, and get some really good information.The main one's to consider are:Background check - totally clear, or will you allow certain thingsEviction history - totally clear, or will you allow if no evictions for last xx yearsIncome Requirement - usually 3x the cost of rentCredit History - totally clear, or will you allow certain thingsPets - yes or no, size, type, number of pets allowed, extra pet deposit/feeAgain, I highly suggest a property manager to assist you with this.

I have the same issue, I canceled few months ago, but got billed again... this is scam 

We have purchased a few properties over the last couple years paying cash but now trying to have a more concise plan moving forward since finding BP.

I’m going to lend  to a few people I know with LLC ‘s  on some mortgages and receive interest , I am not putting myself out to public lending just some commercial loans as LLC single member pass through  , do I have to pay local taxes in Florida , I have no brick and mortar , no employees , just LLC in Florida and live in Texas , there is no work involved I just receive interest .