I was advised to get it anyway because of her screaming fit about it.

I review and update my listings regularly, use all the features provided, post excellent photos, etc.

Excellent info on this thread! 

There is one applicant whose credit score is below the minimum but fits the income needs.  

I am much more into forced equity and getting into larger projects myself, but I live right here and have built an excellent team around me.

I have taken a business partnership approach with this company, and have even mentored their excellent young CEO.

If you're serious about this, you should definitely consult an attorney.I am not one, but here are some things I've learned from playing around with these types of things:--Trusts are excellent vehicles for anonymity--You can hire a professional fiduciary (like an attorney) to act as trustee so the public contact is not easily affiliated with you. 

These factors will help you determine which option best fits your needs and circumstances.

When talking to sellers, it's important to make sure your method fits their needs.

It's there property, they get to say and enact all kinds of LEGAL ways they feel fit for selling.