Soon, agents won't be able to see co-op commissions in the MLS, which has led to misconceptions and gray areas.

You can also have a family member go on the loan as a co-signer for income or additional support. 

I'm not a GC but I've co-owned a GC company and also have some interest in possibly getting my license. 

Lurker here for years, 24 doors across 8 properties all LTR in Colorado mountains.    

There aren't many multis in Essex Co that won't get multiple bids and sell over ask and if you find one, it means all of the experienced investors passed, so that should tell you all you need to know.

Per statute, the name: "must contain the words "limited liability company" or the abbreviation "L.L.C." or "LLC", or the combination "ltd. liability co

I see you are based in CO.

Seems the landlord should hire a PM co.

Now all hope is not lost, what you could do is bring on a co-gp in the US to partner with where you bring the money and some analyst experience and they bring the other piece of the puzzle that you are missing.

Yes, this is true, but even in states where you can charge more such as Colorado, we still only charge 10%.  10% seems fair and is more agreeable for the clients.