Best way to pool funds from multiple investors

[Bill C.]

Hello BP

I have a question regarding the best way to pool funds from multiple investors.

I already own a moderate-sized portfolio and now I have multiple friends interested in investing with me in similar deals.

We are all accredited investors and have known each other many years.

They are interested in an equity position along with me.

My question to everyone is:

What is the best way to efficiently pool our funds so we can invest? Would you suggest creating a fund? Multi-member LLC?

And who is the best professional to help me get this set up? Would a lawyer or accountant be best?

Thanks to all!

Bill