Is there a no win / no fee type of service I should be searching for?   

They're publicly available via a quick google search.

I'l keep searching! 

I, too, shifted from working with adolescents and young adults to getting into Real Estate... in hindsight, that past experience has helped me in this field, and I believe it will help you as well.2 things I recommend for new BP members in your position:- Use the search feature to find people and topics of interest.

I know was looking in a defined neighborhood and found an agent to aide in the search.

A quick search suggests that the trust wont give us as much protection as the LLC and we are looking for any suggestions on how to protect ourselves better. 

.- Search Meet Up App to see what meetings/meet ups are nearby.- Post on craigslist asking about networking with other real estate investors. - I would search Bigger Pockets for members in VT and ask them their thoughts.Greg

A neighbor finds out he is living there with a simple online search and burns your house down3 A neighbor tells the local news channel and they show your house on the nightly news 4 A neighbor find out you are the owner with a simple online search and they begin harassing you and your family where you live. 

@Rama KrishnaLearn the market, search the forum, listen to podcast, read books.

If you hover over the forums, click on the events and meetups tab and search for a meetup in your local area.