This model can work but I will not be working with this company again, that's for sure.

Same principles apply - being busy will create opportunity. 

If your willing to do so, you can live in the casita and then rent out the main home and have your tenant pay the majority/all of the mortgage (depending on what type of deal you find obviously). 

However, I don't like the fact that properties they will show me, they will have a financial interest in, because it could affect my purchase negatively. what are the pros and cons of going with an agent that requires dual agency vs. not?

You will find that to be a valuable resource.

Again, I’m so glad I found RTR and I will definitely be getting more rental properties with them.

Quote from @Carson Hyland: Even if you buy the right property, failing to manage it well will kill your cash flow. 

If I'm ever in need of a broker in the DE markets, I will reach out. 

@Scott Cash Hopefully you have an exit clause in your LLC documents that lays out what will happen if one or more members wants to exit the deal.

.- How much is your aunt willing to sell her house to you for?