So the question becomes based on their individual and personal tax situation what is the estimated tax burden they'd save? 

Do you provide personalized guidance, or is the mentorship more of a one-size-fits-all approach?

Overall I would personally consider how I can still grow with the freedom that I have focusing on my real estate.

Quote from @Jessie Dillon: just my 2 cents.. i'm not a fan of the syndication model. there are better ways to invest more passively where you have more of a say in what goes on, can achieve higher returns, and can have your personal interests at a higher priority. 

That will be the best spot to meet an investor friendly agent in person or at least meet other investors in your markets that can help connect you to the right agents.

Are you interested in S8 because of a personal reason or you think it's the next "hot" investment idea?

I take a picture of their driver's license.I ask for phone numbers that accept texts and any alternate land or business phone numbers.I ask for the names and birth dates of anyone under 18, and ask if there are any service / emotional support animals, together with their names and breeds.I also ask for personal references, previous landlord contact info (and length of time there), employer contact info (and how long there, together with earnings), as well as the name and contact information for their manager / boss.

You might want to explore DSCR loans, which allow you to qualify based on the property’s cash flow rather than personal income.

Quote from @Jeff Sanders: Personally coming from an agent/investor in CA, I always get a quote from a broker of mine and make sure I am knowledgeable with the fees/costs.

I dont know Nathan personally..