I have a couple questions. 1) Should I commit to New Orleans since I have a realtor and some family there to look out for things while I’m traveling or just look elsewhere?

Your best best is to know how to vet an agent before you commit to them.

They aren’t ready for the commitment!

I got the impression that Bigger Pockets was going to help facilitate the establishing of Masterminds for interested Pro Members.I am committed to doing this, and seek like minded Pro Members who are ready to go. 

Being a newbie, you seem to desire the sizzle of real estate but I am not sure you're deeply committed to the idea.  

Are there any loans that investors commit to that do not require 20-25% down?

"managing-member"), both you as an individual and the LLC will be named in any lawsuit for any torts you commit as manager. 

More will depend on your skill level, risk tolerance, and amount of time involvement you can commit than the actual nature of any specific asset type.

This is not the time for blind engagements or commitments.

I think the biggest result from you starting to charge will be that your phone stops ringing.Congratulations on your progress so far, if you can stay disciplined and committed it sounds like you'll be able to get anywhere you want financially.