Steven, I know the llc provides some asset protection for us, but if I do 1065 am I subject to self employment tax?  

All owners and tenants are subject to a background check. 

In most cases, they just don't trust the investor.What are investors trying to accomplish with "buy like rent, lease option, option", In most cases it is to BUY TIME to find an assignee or to flip the property.Here are some ideas you may want to try on for size:Write a contract of sale (I use a skinny contract, one that anyone can read and understand in a few minutes) with a delayed settlement (for as long as you can negotiate), with right of possession or if occupied right of entry), and "subject to the existing mortgage"Skinny contract of sale with a Study Period, with right of possession or if occupied right of entry.Make full disclosures 1.

There are also many affordable books on the subject of flipping available on amazon.

I'm a frequent customer and they know I buy real estate which is why they asked.

The workshops cover various subjects from financing, wholesaling,, estimating repairs etc. http://dallasreig.com/ This group meets once a week on Saturday during the lunch hour.

I've read a few books and listen to the BiggerPockets podcast frequently trying to learn what I can.I have begun writing up a goal, plan and putting together spreadsheets using a lot of information from The ABC's of Real Estate Investing.

Many sponsors of weekend events will make frequent attempts to sell you programs and coaching.

The workshops cover various subjects from financing, wholesaling,, estimating repairs etc. http://dallasreig.com/ This group meets once a week on Saturday during the lunch hour.

I will look it up and get more information on the subject.