What to name my LLC and where to base it?

[J M.]

I need to set up my LLC.

My goal for the next couple of years is to flip. Not hold property. I want to set up my business correctly from the get go.

I wonder what seems to be better, to name your LLC as a person or with a fictitious name. In example
Let's say I am John Doe

1) John Doe, LLC
2) John Doe Homes, LLC
3) Starlight Flip, LLC
4) Frank Wilson, LLC (not real person and not my name)

If you use a personal name do you use your real name or you make up one to keep your real name more private to public searches?

What would you suggest I set it up?

Also, I have been reading a lot about opening the LLC in Delaware. I live in the south. Why would I want to do this vs opening it where I will be conducting business?

Thanks for your input!!

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