Hi friends, we started a meetup earlier this year for local investors (LA County), with a focus on multifamily properties.

.- Stay informed: Keep a close eye on market trends, interest rates, and local economic factors that could impact your investmentsI also lend on fix and flip projects so let me know if you're looking to get an additional quote for your next flip! 

@Amy Perry, look for a local lawyer specializing in real estate matters.

Im trying to figure out if i should shop local or if there's some good websites with better pricing i should be ordering from. this is what i plan to order...

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.

Yes, we have a few different accounts 1. operating expenses for the business 2. one account where all rents and cash reserves for maintenance are held 3. security deposits 4. company taxes 5. company savings 6. company salaries, etc..

the permit or business license or both?

@Abdul QadirTo do well in Dayton, Ohio's real estate, study the market, know the local rules, and plan for extra costs at closing.

This isn't a personal relationship its a business one.

Your journey is two part - accumulate more wealth, and then how you are going to move it onto your kids - both have substantial tax planning opportunities.Given you mentioned your primary motivation is taxes, a HUGE caveat you should keep in mind is that no matter what real estate investment you make, first and foremost it should make good business sense.