Generally if you're buying another real estate asset, and you qualify, you should always be 1031'ing. 

I would like to get some ideas how to expand the connections here with amazing agents, wholesalers and house sellers in more creative way.I believe in a good relationship when it comes to business ;)Thanks! 

That way, the flights be considered a business expense?

Buy out would be of two companies, first is operating company for the Business operations of gas station and second would be real estate under said gas station and some rental units.

Here is what one of my 4 AIs say:The commission structure detailed in the image for a real estate transaction involving a property valued between $30M and $40M is as follows:Under $34,000,000: 1% (0.50% per side)$34,000,000 - $34,999,999: $400,000 ($200,000 per side)$35,000,000 and above: $500,000 ($250,000 per side)To evaluate whether these commissions are fair for a 112-unit apartment complex valued between $30M and $40M, let's compare them to typical real estate commission rates for large commercial properties:Typical Commission Rates:For commercial real estate transactions, commissions generally range from 1% to 3% for properties valued above $10M.

He is too busy. 

I am looking to begin my family’s real estate investing journey in the next 1-2 years as we save up for the purchase.

I'm curious about the proper legal structure and business types one should use to minimize personal liability as well as remain fairly anonymous to the general public.

Do not confuse the role of a business a Section 8 investor with any type of charitable endeavor. 

Fiance (Spokane, WA) just graduated from college and is working on getting experience in real estate looking at property management.