Real estate is an inefficient market compared to other financial investments, but even in an inefficient market place you need the most efficiency or activity that you can find. 

Most agents aren't because they are rare compared to other types of financing.  

Make sure the numbers work and compare with with other good options.

MHs rent out at a return comparable to a sfh, but waaay lower initial investment. 

Comparable homes in the area ranges from 140k-190k.All the upgrades to the home would just be cosmetics just to give it a high end look.

It seems like Turnkey properties can make it easier to find a property to cashflow, but the upside will be limited compared to a property you find on your own.

I don't believe I can meet my cash flow criteria in California's market the way I plan to buy, which pretty much will be 20-25% down plus closing cost - pretty simple and straight forward.

Find comparable properties to what yours will be after rehab.  

I agree with what many others have said here regarding asset protection - that is a huge benefit of an LLC or any other entity when compared to holding things in your own name.  

I'm a licensed Doctor in the State of California so I have something to compare it to.As far as your beliefs, go back and read your original post and tell me how you're not claiming to have "Moral Superiority" because you are "a highly religious person".