Understanding and educating yourself on the advantage of different forms of financing is an excellent way to get started and feel more comfortable about the process.

Now i feel like i should create an LLC just incase for protection.

I am fortunate to be surrounded by knowledgeable brokers, agents and hard money lenders but feel I need a solid plan in place before I attempt to tap the resources around me. 

However, if you live in the half that is rented, make sure you are paying market rent and have a lease drawn up to avoid family problems (eg your siblings feeling like they bought a home, so you could have your own place).

Feel free to reach out with any questions!

So if any of you have any advice as to where I can start or what I can do to gain experience, let me know or feel free to reach out to me.

So, you can add value where-ever you feel best suited to. 

Feel free to reach out with any questions.

There are a few experts here on BP for a few states. 

Hey Damon, feel free to reach out.