Some of the best ways to get properties for sale or assigning is to use a combination is direct mail, knocking doors, and driving for dollars.  

I am also interested in learning about the self-directed 401(k)

Once you have completed 2 real estate transactions successfully, I would apply for a acquisition and rehab line of credit.  

As an llc, the money is just going to pass through to you as salary and the llc will pay the companies the other half of the fica taxes instead of you for the same net.Even if you apply the commission as a credit, you will still be 1099ed and owe the taxes.Flat rate broker would save you the split on the commission, but there are some disadvantages to flat rate brokers as well.

You'll hopefully never need the piece of paper, but just knowing (and remembering) what you agreed to is usually enough to keep things going on the right direction.

For an FHA owner-occupied low-money-down loan, perhaps don't apply until your next purchase?

I'm thinking of items that aren't directly related to YOUR condo (like a roof) - but more like a swimming pool, or parking areas, etc.

.- I have to work under a broker for 2 years before I can apply for my brokers license in state of FL- I have to split my commission profit with broker and all funds/payments must be made out directly to the broker- the percentage commission I negotiate with property owners is my decisionDetermine best path to form Vacation Rental Property Management company being aware of my new status a sales associate- can I start my own business entity to establish and brand my VR management company now, or would/should I just wait the 2 years, get brokers license and then do so.

For @Ross Ellington to get a second VA loan, he will have to pay off the first loan balance and apply to have his VA loan entitlement reinstated.  

In the first deal, is it recommended to take a route through a realtor, or a wholesaler, or personal direct marketing?