I would now like to network with fellow ambitious individuals who are ready to WORK.

The LLC is a pass-thru entity, so any and all income would pass-thru to your individual income tax return and would not solve your problem. 

Can I use two different contractors for a 203k loan, or does it have to be one individual one.

Investor psychology is unique to each individual, whether they are more aggressive or conservative; I find myself in the moderate-conservative camp throughout my investing career (yes, I have listened to Dave Ramsey since 2000).  

With that being said, I would approach from the angle of building a lasting business relationship with the individual.

While looking on Craigslist for properties about a month ago I came across a post from an individual claiming to be a real estate investor looking to downsize his portfolio and maybe willing to work with someone to help get them started.

Finally, Adrian Allen wrote a post a little over a year ago on "stress testing" individual deals. 

I am a motivated individual.    

I am a motivated individual.    

Try to avoid companies or individuals that have an introductory conversation then "throw you over the fence" to a local rehaber or property manager to "seal the deal".it has been my experience over the last 11 years investing out of state that systems and procedures are critical and having a great team on the ground will help make or break your success.