With relation to economic changes - locksmiths around town are benefiting from a higher demand in safes.  

Buyers agreements benefit the agent, not so much the investor.

You the benefit of creating a new higher value because you rehabbed the property.

The impact is close to not measurable of home ownership.The average income families will benefit somewhat. 

It seems the only people that leave reviews are those that benefit in some way from the review or those that intend to cause damage to a company's reputation and have no other recourse than posting online.

Is there a benefit ( as it relates to credit score) to getting a commercial loan as guarantor vs. getting a residential loan as joint owners?

We're new investors, and I've been hearing about all of the benefits of getting my real estate license (mainly MLS access and the ability to make "investor-friendly" offers without annoying agents too much).Here's my question:If I do get my license, would I "need" to start working with a broker or company in order to gain access to the MLS?

Since you're currently in PA you might also benefit from looking into DIG (Diversified Investors Group if I remember correctly.

Looking for some info on what benefits there are for me.

Definitely talk with a lender to figure out how to take advantage of your VA benefits.