I personally know the CEO of arguably the #1 discount brokerage in the USA.

Your estate could still go through probate to determine how the LLC and other assets are distributed.You may be able to record a "transfer on death" deed for your property so it automatically transfers to another person when you die.

They are both good; personal preference.  

However a more experienced person might now better all the details 

If you want to get the most out of your new Pro membership, add a photo, a bio, and some information in your profile so people know they are communicating with a real person.

But yeah the studio apartment is an absurd layout, I was blown away when I saw it in person.  

You can do all the prequalifying from anywhere via credit check, call references, verify income etc.Make sure you have a handy person, ac person, plumber, etc etc that you can call when you need some work done. 

Before personal taxes.  

Do you have any personal experience in investing in indications and that’s why you choose to not/no longer invest this way?

If you find a deal and it is really that good, then you can bring it to a family, friend, or person you met that is an investor and see if they will partner with you on the deal.