Out of state markets do not operate the same way at all so just make sure to remember that.

Operating Agreement and Articles of Organization should have been setup with the filing of your LLC.

However be aware these types of people usually file motions and to continue to exploit legal loop holes, in order to stay in the property longer, so take no prisoners. 

I could continue to belabor this point, but I think you get it....Your best step forward is to read on the boards here, find a good mentor, real estate agent, good money lender (Bank, Mortgage Broker, someone you have done work for).

Continue reading and watching videos.

landromats are huge tacky turnoff to neighborhoods.. unless well kept and dry cleaner operated included.

Learn from your mistakes, continuously invest in your education, and just don't quit until you get it right. 

Do I continue waiting for a perfect deal in one of the towns listed or do I take a deal with a little grittier a place?

I've been very pleased with this transition as the returns I'm getting are much better than my 401K was performing.With the 8 properties that I've purchased, the monthly rent coming in ($5K/month) is enough to purchase another house every 12 months and this will continue to reduce as the # of homes get purchased.Let me know if you have any questions

So here I am, continuing my education and improving myself to continue living the good life!