I've done this with my properties because I'm well known in my small town and don't want people to know what I own.LEGAL PROTECTION: By placing your assets in an LLC, you are legally separating them from your personal assets.

Well it turns out the overall price they're charging is $89,000 and it is so far outside of my budget I have no way of paying this.Does anyone know how I should approach this?

Let's say my 1st mortgage balance is $600k and I want to take out a 2nd mortgage for $150k for home improvements which makes the interest on the 2nd deductible as well.

There's honestly no way to know for certain the work is being completed correctly whether you are local or a distant investor unless you or an owners rep with knowledge of construction is there constantly checking on the work.

I have a dog myself and, therefore, will have to allow pets in other units as well. 

The way I interpret it is, if you as the landlord pull a credit score of the applicant, you must then ask them why it is what it is...seems like this pertains to past evictions and other aspects as well...the ordinance does not clarify what type of 'additional information' and 'history' would categorically allow a landlord to reject a tenant's application

With that said, to answer your question:  Cape Coral has been well over done. 

Hey James,I completely understand the concern, I would want to work with someone who understands the guidelines well, as they are extensive.

Your long term plan will help make these decisions as well.

@Kiefer CheneyTo do well in real estate, learn well, set clear aims, gather a team, check out deals, pick a main area, go for it, keep on track, and learn from slip-ups.