Basically I'm wondering if we should start our own LLC (owning it ourselves, "hiring" out the construction to his other LLC to avoid layering), or can I have his company get the loan and I just sign something showing that I'm providing the cash, am on the hook for the loan, etc? 

AND have provided the 150 hrs of material participation and not have had any other person perform longer work hours than you.

If so how many deals were closed by the leads provided by the list?

There are markets around the country that provide both cash flow and appreciation.

@Jeet Sangha No, it is several insurance companies that are not providing insurance in the whole state of CA.

I currently live in Washington State, and am looking to invest in OH, providing housing for Section 8.

Your best path is to work through your contingencies, provide loan commitment asap and then ask the seller.

You will need to provide a $5000 deposit for each property you wish to bid on. 

It provides the least amount out of pocket to acquire properties. 

They are not allowed in certain master planned communities.Summerlin, including Sun City Summerlin▪ Town Center▪ Skye Canyon▪ Cliff’s Edge▪ Symphony Park▪ Grand Canyon Village▪ Las Vegas Medical District▪ Providence SquareAnd these restrictions I find would be the most difficult for you to overcome - A short-term rental license does not provide authority to violate any common-interest community’s covenants,conditions and restrictions (CC&Rs).