I have noticed their is a Rec commendation out there to start your first LLC in a state that has one either anonymity or two a charge order or both.

An LLC is ONLY for liability protection and anonymity to your tenants - nothing else.

(The same thing can be accomplished with a different type of trust to keep your name anonymous for the actual LLC, also.)The OP of the thread would still need to deal with the franchise tax from CA, there are other strategies to work around that fee while still keeping your assets protected.

Anonymity does not modify filing obligations... 

On Day 10, did you use your keys to break in while they were at work, hide a bag of heroin on their property, and call the cops to anonymously reveal its exact location?

A land trust may still be useful to you for providing anonymity in the future, but you're definitely going to want to speak to an attorney who is familiar with your situation and these legal tools.

So how can an LLC keep the LL anonymous and protected from being sued if your actual name is on the lease ?

Google Debtors Anonymous.

He also mentioned that I can choose a series LLC which offers a little bit more protection and costs about $3000 to set up with anonymity $300.

It really feels like I'm part of a community than just another contributor on anonymous online forum . . .But I've been crunching a few numbers and feel there may be better opportunities in western MA, specifically in Hampden County including places such as Holyoke and possibly Springfield.