Michael, it depends upon a lot of factors.For people involved with REI, it depends upon what you want to do with the business as there are different tax rules based on type of entity.For holding rentals, I generally recommend an LLC if you are setting up an entity at all.For flipping and development, I generally recommend an S corp.For wholesaling, my recommendation would depend more upon your specific business.

I'm from the central coast of California and am working on developing a RE portfolio.

Terms of 15yr don't allow for adequate cash flow.Does anyone know of a way to get a 30yr term without this 6mo seasoning period. 

. * [Not a habit you'd want to continue].Might going into a joint-venture with a developer (who'd build on the lots) help?

Greetings,You have to first develop a criteria that will include type of house (condo, colonial, detached townhome), bed/bath count, year built, price range, etc.

However, if it doesn't bother the neighbors, give the 30 day notice in early spring so you don't have a vacancy during the heating season and it'll be easier to find new tenants.  

@Larry SmetAlas, the tool does not possess all the North American Time Zones as both Atlantic Time and Newfoundland Time appear to be absent ;-)@Mindy JensonA standard list of world timezones (with proper ISO naming) are readily available; there is not need for the BP developers to try to reinvent.

Is there a "seasoning period" on this strategy.

It will cost you a commission, but only if the realtors are successful and it gets them marketing your property for you too.Otherwise, it is the holiday season. 

@Brian Schmelzlen  Ok that will help you know us developer one year were are on top next year sucking wind