That's human nature.

Before you spend any more energy or resources on this endeavor explain the precise fear that has you wanting to transfer this property to an LLC.

The toothless homeowner taught me so much about humanity and character as well as what people are will to do and say to keep their house. 

Reach out to @Tom Gimer at Eastern Title  Agreed Tom is / will be a good resource for higher level financing closings.

I have a friend in Louisiana that's crushing it and may be a good resource for you.

Also, if you goal is to continue scaling, a real estate CPA could be a great resource for accounting and tools like DSCR loans can help your grow quickly, especially for cash-flowing properties. 

The agency, of course, is trying to maximize its resources, so would love to have you charge less rent.If your focus was primarily on gaining excess rent, keep in mind that there is a reason many landlords will not take vouchers. 

If I don't do any of these courses, any other resources someone suggests for help in getting started on arbitrage? 

On paper lay out your scaling and resource categories.

Since you are looking out there to buy I am guessing you are working with an agent that may have a lot of these resources too.