This amounts to lost opportunity because if you had purchased RE, at the closing it can start producing return.5) ADUs detract from the existing structure whether this is privacy, a garage, or just yard space.6) this is related to number 1, but there are many more buyers looking to purchase homes for their family than there are RE investors looking to purchase small unit count properties.

-Layout, close spaces or spread out for individual spaces limited privacy? 

You want simplicity (no LLC) but you also want privacy.

The total cost is not unreasonable, but I am questioning if it's all truly needed.To give you a better idea, he has a few packages available that scale up in price and services:Bronze ($497): Includes LLC formation, a custom operating agreement, and a year of statutory agent service.Silver ($897): Adds the EIN, an LLC operations manual, and some ongoing compliance/task alerts.Gold ($1,397): The most comprehensive package, which includes a revocable living trust to keep our names off public records for privacy/asset protection.The 70+ page estimate came as a surprise, and it makes me question if this is a standard requirement for a new partnership.I'm hoping to get some insight from those of you who have created similar partnerships:1) Is this a normal process?

I xxxxx'd out the address for privacy reasons. 

Obvious next step.Outcome: Higher opt-in rates and fewer drop-offs.Step 4: Connect the follow-up – Deliver the magnet by email and kick off a short nurture.Outcome: Fast replies, booked calls, and warmer conversations.Step 5: Promote it everywhere – Pin it to your profiles, run a small ad, add a QR code to mailers, and link it from blog posts.Outcome: Consistent daily signups instead of random spikes.Sample Templates or ScenariosCampaign outline: “Thinking of Selling in [ZIP]”Audience: Owners in 66208 who plan to list in 3–6 monthsLead magnet: 7-page “Pricing and Prep Playbook for 66208”Landing page: Headline, 3 bullets, short form, privacy notePromotion: Two feed posts, one email to SOI, $10/day zip-code ad, QR on postcardFollow-up: 5-email series with tips, then invite to a short pricing consultEmail sequence (5 messages, plain text)Delivery: Link to the guide and one tip they can use todayStory: A quick win from a recent sale in their areaEducation: Common pricing mistake and how to avoid itSoft proof: Short review from a local clientNext step: Offer a quick call or home value reviewChecklist: “Weekend Prep for Show-Ready Photos”Clear counters and floorsLight bulbs matched and workingFresh towels and neutral linensCurb touch-ups and swept walkwaysScent neutral, windows cleanedInvestor scenario: “2-Unit Analyzer”Magnet: Google Sheet that calculates taxes, insurance, rent, vacancy, and cash-on-cashNurture: Three short emails on screening, maintenance, and lending contactsClose: Invitation to get on a weekly deals listMistakes to AvoidToo generic – “Ultimate home guide” sounds nice and converts poorlyToo hard to consume – Keep it short, skimmable, and useful on a phoneNo follow-up – If delivery is the end, the lead goes coldWeak headline – Lead with the outcome and the audienceAsking for too much – Start with name and email; add phone laterSet and forget – Update quarterly so advice and stats stay currentThe Bottom LineLead magnets work because they flip the script.

Congrats on getting so close to moving in your first tenant that’s such an exciting milestone You’re right Maryland law doesn’t require you to put up window coverings but from experience it’s usually worth doing Tenants almost always want that extra bit of privacy and if you don’t provide it they’ll often put something up themselves which can mean nails tape or other things that end up damaging your walls or trim A simple clean set of blinds in the living room will still let in all that great light when they’re open and it saves you potential hassle later

My single townhome in MN has had a $20k deck/privacy wall, $7,500 worth of street paving, and a $12k roof. 

That said, two-story houses can work better for “privacy zones” (bedrooms upstairs, hangout space downstairs).

This amounts to lost opportunity because if you had purchased RE, at the closing it can start producing return.5) ADUs detract from the existing structure whether this is privacy, a garage, or just yard space.6) this is related to number 1, but there are many more buyers looking to purchase homes for their family than there are RE investors looking to purchase small unit count properties.