Of course, with all things, the answers to all these matters will depend on the circumstances.California tends to have more laws on the books and requirements and restrictions that it can be a good idea to form a CA LLC for out of state property so that you as a CA resident are covered, and to try to have your contracts fall under the purview of CA courts.

In Topeka Kansas it costs $35, yours may vary. 

Quote from @Sean Carter: Hey everyone currently active duty military I would love utilize my va loan for investment  purposes don’t know where to start  in GA btw  Sean,welcome to the BP community and congrats on wanting to start your REI journey.

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

He is a good guy to know either way.Interested in land bank dealings and would like to discuss the process with your contact

Why are you using rules of thumb and not using the results of the thorough inspection by a great inspector that you are surely using and would be an idiot not to base your numbers on? 

Your first deal always seem scary, so people gravitate towards a partnership.

The only thing holding me back is talking to someone who has completed the course and is successfully making a career out of it a few years down the road.

If you have any questions about STRs, please reach out!

BUT if i let it go up for auction, and no one bids against me, i can get it clear title for 150k.Whats your thoughts?