So hopefully it's far enough from the neighbors.

If so then folks could sell real estate, book profits based on the value of the Gold, but log a transaction that was technically a loss (tax write off) based on the face value of the legal tender.

Operating through an LLC can certainly provide some protection, but many mortgage companies include a "due on sale" clause in their contracts, which means transferring the property could technically trigger the need to pay off the mortgage. 

Thus far I have only met one person in person who invests in real estate.

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I would assume hourly but so far I got 3 offers and they just posted $25.

First off, you’ll need to choose a name for your LLC.

We learned that persistence pays off, as navigating a short sale can be a lengthy process requiring strategic planning and continuous effort.

Had a person refer me over to Daytonloan Acquisition || Your trusted lending partnerSomething seems off but the head guy has sent me references that I am going to follow up with and business documentation. 

Whether it says Passive LP, creative financing, fix and flipping, notes, Short Term Rentals, seller financing  etc - I am at the bottom - I can scream no but I far too often hear stories of people quitting their job to pursue real estate and then end up very unsuccessful.