Please direct Mr.

You can open a Self-Directed IRA and use the IRA funds to buy a house using a Non-recourse loan. 

So depending on what your investment goals are and what type of properties (Class A through C/D) and where in the city you want to buy, that can directly impact the level of stability one can find within the market here. 

Go for it.Just don't sign up with a brokerage that will charge you monthly fees.You sound like you have a lead source through what you do as a firefighter and you should follow your first mind and become a direct source for those people your getting acquainted with and building rapport.

Eager if it is any easier or better to purchase directly under the LLC.  

The boards and management teams must consult with FHFA and obtain conservator approval as FHFA directs.

Not saying they all fall within this category, but many do so I don't necessarily agree there will be direct competition shutting them out of the business. 

Don’t forget about direct mail campaigns as well.

I wish you had the courage to mention any negative feelings you have had about my work to me directly.

Lenders tend to have different requirements.... some look for a required minimum membership interest and others look solely at direct benefit the signer receives which could be membership interest, fee etc.