You should also consider "shotgun" layouts vs. true 1-bedrooms as there can be a big difference in demand and price for the less functional shotgun units. 

Just use an individual name and you will be good. 

Or, are each and every individual deal so unique that they can't be compared?

Then you can use the funds on demand as needed maybe start with the 40k renovations on your duplex and then have the rest of the credit line readily available to get the large multi-family you are looking for.I dont know the location of your duplex in California but $925 for rent per side seems reasonable and there may be room for rent increases.

They already introduced themselves, but I'd definitely recommend talking to them individually if you have any questions about the groups.

Ideally, what I would like to do is find a private individual that I can sit down and explain my situation to and show my business plan to.

Network with these individuals and ask who they use for a CPA.3) Attend local REIA events.

As our main investment strategy is self storage, we focus heavily on the demographics and supply vs demand. 

The point of the Home Is Possible program is to allow individuals who can't really afford (or currently own) a house to buy one.

Depending on the disclosures the buyer made for the sale of your home there might not be anything wrong .Perhaps the contract had an assignable clause or he advertised will be sold after closing.The agent might appear to not  be ethical but is simply selling a home for a higher price that is under contract  The fact that he did not cancel your contract might allow you to keep the emd or demand the buyer to perform