If you're a non-accounting type, might Google "Accounting audit trail" and scratch the surface of the topic to organize receipts, expenses and capitalized items.

Consider using a 3rd party as trustee who is really organized, too.Mike Morrongielo runs a good reia In SFBay area and is familiar with structuring and other resources. 

“There’s an instinctive sense of progress in letting people go online and find local investments in hotels, real estate or other franchised businesses,” said Bhavik Dani, dealflow organizer at EquityRoots.com.

It takes education and organization to go outside of your comfort zone, and learning how to do research and create remote teams will take time but can have a better pay day than your local market. 

You just need to get organized...with a Business Plan.  

Everything else is governed by state law.As a member of the Board of Directors of the Illinois Manufactured Housing Association (disclosure) and a former member of the boards of two other state associations, and a member of the Manufactured Housing Institute's (national organization) Dodd Frank Task Force, I would be remiss if I didn't point out that being a member of the state associations in which you do business is a terrific investment in most states.

What I would like to know is what all would need to be included in the operating agreement and how should the articles of organization be structured if I am the only manager/member?  

Rents are also increasing organically as the job market improves and entry level homes become less affordable, so he will benefit from that growth in terms of cash flow and appreciation over the long run.

In terms of keeping leads organized and setting appointments, I would recommend a good CRM like SalesForce (PropertyBase).

Hi all,Does anyone know if you have to be a broker to manage your rental properties if they are organized under an LLC or Corporation in Michigan?