One house had a steel door kicked in. I

I hate when someone puts in a ball valve and they leave the old gate valve in. I

If you choose to create 1 LLC, you can do it in any state, but you have to pay the state you own houses in a foreign entity fee, which is usually the same price as starting an LLC in that state.The benefit of just 1 LLC registered as a foreign entity in any state that you do business in is that it is much easier to manage, 1 bank account, 1 tax return, etc.If you set up an LLC in each state you own property, it will realistically cost about the same and give more asset protection because litigation on 1 LLC won't affect the other.

She isn't a lawyer, she's a realtor...I cannot speak to what I think she should or should be doing for us other than showing us the properties we specify an interest in. I

For my one rental my sister direct deposits for me, but honestly anyone could they just need the account number and a deposit slip to put it in. I

I always require the full deposit (no installment plans, no trade in lieu of deposit, etc) prior to move in. I

What market are you in? I

Something cosmetic that you get people in the door and hope they can overlook or see beyond is one thing, this being structural, you need to be upfront as it saves you and buyers wasted time viewing something they have no interest in. I

Trained as a medic and LVN by the Army (did not complete my rotations b/c of the back surgery I just had).Experience: I can’t say I have one particular thing I am certified in. I

@Jon Holdman has a ton of great insights, so following and answering his questions for yourself will show you the right way.The bay area isn't one I would like to "start" investing in, i think its a place for more experienced investors since the price points are so high.