If you're relying on insurance, be sure that it covers intentional acts include Fraud, violations of the Deceptive Trade Practices Act (in Texas), etc.

The notion that Lyft or Uber should be illegal is absurd, and yet we see police running stings for Uber drivers in some cities.So in conjunction with good realtors figuring out how to changed their business model over time, I fully expect to see the NAR pushing "consumer protection" measures that require agents/realtors.And, if you will indulge me in trotting out one of my hobby horses, this is one of the reasons why it is a really bad idea for the "REI" community to be pushing/engaging in questionable practices that will provide the justification for those bad regulations.  

If you haven't checked out the podcasts yet, episodes 79 and 83 are interviews with folks practically in your back yard.  

Do not get a general practice attorney that dabbles in eviction but a full time specialist.

I could handle most of it myself, but I am not a tax expert (a very specialized area of practice) and understand my limitations.A long about way to answer your question, but as I said in 2. above: "no", you don't need an attorney if all you want is to create an LLC.  

It's a good business practice.

That's what I really need to practice on.

Its not about just buying turnkey its about coupling yourself with a good team that has the right expertise to make it hassle free.

Written by attorney investors, it's full of practical advice pertaining to management of investment property, has sample forms that can be edited, and - most importantly - they tell you what your primary state laws are and where you can read them.

Find Brandon's videos on YouTube for the "four square" method of analyzing homes and practice.