how about bringing the additional 1% on if/when there is a lawsuit, you can usually tell when it is coming and even if not add the other person when it happens, as long as it's for a valid business purpose I would think it okay to add after the claim is filed.It's an idea, but I believe the trick would be convincing the court the sale of units on the eve of a lawsuit were truly for "valid business purposes" and not a weakly veiled attempt to complete a fraudulent transfer/conveyance.My philosophy regarding asset protection mimics the layers of an onion.

They've changed the locks and the boyfriend has been aggressive and I can't even get into the house to do the inspection at this point.These tenants are really professionals they know all the tricks to get free rent, delays and avoid a judgement at the end. 

Whats your favorite tips / tricks?

My tenants have given up on trying to manipulate me (that includes trying to pit me against the other tenant, expecting me to jump when they say there is a repair needed without providing evidence, replacing things that aren't covered in the lease, threatening to move out if I raise the rent $25 dollars lol, etc etc.)You have to establish an authoritative position and show the tenants that you will not be manipulated or tricked into anything.

So who are you, how did you get started, and if there are any tips and tricks you have to offer, all are welcomed.

Although the principles are the same, I get the feeling prices are a lot different up here (SFD being sold for an average of $700,000), if anyone has any tips/tricks on how to get my feet wet in expensive markets, with the long term goal of earning 10K/month in cash flow I would very much love to hear it!

The trick is to try to separate your emotions from the decision. 

I would greatly appreciate advice from anyone knowledgeable about VA loans or anyone who knows the tricks of the trade on how to get started with buy and hold using your primary residence as the starting point. 

Being a California resident can be a trick when navigating LLCs with due to the franchise tax.

YOU got tricked onto it right?