But if I had a single unit my asset protection alone is very close to $3k (in CA LLC is minimum $800) it would not be that low.  

Real estate can definitely be a lot of work, but it’s usually worth it because of the long-term cash flow, tax benefits, and potential appreciation, especially when your management setup actually protects your bottom line.From a tax perspective, if you go the self-management route, you can write off repairs, maintenance, and handyman costs, which helps offset rental income.

I appreciate the advice on protecting my asset.

As both a landlord and a local investor in Boca Raton, I’ve seen how deposit disputes and inconsistent inspections can cause real frustration for both owners and tenants.That’s why I started offering independent, photo-verified move-in/out documentation services for landlords, property managers, and short-term rental hosts.We provide:Neutral, third-party documentation (so owners stay compliant and protected)Flat-fee inspections starting at $9924–48 hr turnaround with photo/video reportsOptional cleaning or repair coordination add-onsCurious if others here are doing this or outsourcing similar work?

As you step into the world of real estate investing and begin shaping your investment strategy, it’s essential to focus early on two often-overlooked foundations: tax planning and asset protection.

I’ve been studying both active and passive investing for years, and now that I have real capital to deploy, I’m focused on finding the right paths to diversify, grow wealth responsibly, and protect it long-term.I’m not risk-averse, but I’ll admit I’m a bit overwhelmed by the number of niches, strategies, and opportunities out there.

.* Protect their capital.

Insurance is always a great first line of defense with an umbrella policy being a great way to protect in case anything unfortunate were to happen.

This isn't for everybody and you do have to pay attention to market conditions to protect your capital.

Quite honestly, in NY there's not a lot of protection for landlords anyway.