Figure out which best fits you and your personality and take it from there.  

We're based in Tampa and, in addition to personally investing, I own a mortgage company that provides financing for tons of investors.

You’ll put 5% down but get 2% back on sale (which might pay for your closing costs) and then do a rent by the room to cover your expenses and downpayment for next year) Not sure which university you are at but both Henrietta and South Wedge are solid places to start (serving RIT and UR respectively) Good luck, I personally think Rochester is a great area to start due to constrained supply with a growing population

As a beginner, I would personally get my feet wet with something a little less risky without a balloon payment like that.

Typically someone who was communicative turns distant, unresponsive, blows you off when you're trying to talk to them in person, and the tall tale sign of boxes in the hallway.

You’re still going to be personally sued when something goes wrong. 

I am here to create a business strategy that protects personal and business investments and mitigates risk,  procure a coach or mentor, and set up tax strategies to create long-term wealth for myself and my family. 

Pre-foreclosure - homeowners are desperate to avoid foreclosure and they quitclaim deed the title to some XYZ organization , person, or to a lawyer that specializes in foreclosure defense.

Probably not a good person to hire, maybe let your bosses know. 

Lots of loan options can close in an LLC, helocs usually need to close in your personal name.