However, based on my understanding, this effort would require a MO constitutional amendment, which seems a steep hill to climb. 

I don't know if you can make a profit from that program because that may constitute selling insurance, which you are not licensed to do.

If you don't mind what in your opinion constitutes a good deal on the East side?

You can only foreclose if the note is in default or there is a breach of the terms in the security agreement and not all breaches constitute a foreclosure action.

Jason I think you and I are disagreeing on the fundamental premise of what constitutes a strategic default.

Once you actually start your business, all your expenses prior to the start of your business would go into "startup costs" and be amortized.For illustration purposes: "I want to go into business to develop a travel app, and therefore I would expense my world travels against my earned income as that constitutes research and development for my business".

A major component shall be deemed to be in operating condition, and therefore not defective within the meaning of this paragraph, if it does not constitute a current threat to health 170 or safety, and performs the function for which it is intended, regardless of age or if it is near or at the end of its useful life.

There're no hard and fast rules what commingling of funds actually consist of, but paying back LLC loan with personal funds likely constitutes.  

Just take the time to educate your professional birddogs what constitutes a good deal so neither of your time is wasted. 

Learn what constitutes a great deal, find them, and you shouldn't have a problem finding someone willing to work with you.I suggest looking at what rehabbers consider their buying criteria.