I am starting my first New Construction as "Owner/Contractor" and curious if I should go with insurance brokers or big companies like AAA(or similar). 

That could be a great way to find and stay engaged with local investors, realtors and opportunities. http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsLooks like you've already made some connections with other BP members there in JAX...You can also search for other investors or brokers in your market and follow their journey on Bigger Pockets here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/search/usersBest of luck to you and look forward to following your success on BP!

I have some broker buddies of mine looking for land.

I would remove your broker info on your call because many will see that and think you want to list it.

Take a bigger step.Go bigger and target 5+ units, commercial side.Consider not buying turnkey properties, find some properties that need some value add or have been neglected.Cast a wider fishing net and search for properties in the county and surrounding counties where you may move too.Understand the local tenant and state lawsConnect with brokers, mtg brokers, property mgmt companies, other investors or potential partners. 

I was wondering what the benefits are for applying for my broker's license?  

Commercial purposes  (trade or business) would be running a massage salon or repairing trucks from it or the like, with associated use of the common property by multiple customers in a business open to the public.The attorney did not feel that AirBNB necessarily went against that. 

They asked for the source of the money in detail that just isn't warranted and would've required him to track every customer who contributed to his business success it sounded like.

@Kevin Leppink You could work with a list broker to get a list that might be cleaner - and definitely more focused. 

If possible have your agent bypass the sales agent and go right to their broker.