We plan to create a separate LLC to hold the property as well. 

And if the latter is the case, is there anything I can do to create a note that is not assessed as part of the debt for the property, but is rather stand-alone debt?

My first goal is to create a sound investment plan then to move forward and purchase my first property before I graduate in ten months.

Both of these examples are generally relegated to the well heeled homeowner due to the costs and individualized nature of the final product.

I know I'm only temporary to the Mass area and it may not be the market I end up investing in but I know I learn best from experiencing first hand and picking the brain of more experienced individuals. 

I make my living on working with more affluent individuals who want to trade equity for ease of transaction.

I am also looking for an AZ lic RE agent who would be willing to pull comps and help me locate individuals that would advise me on the condition of the homes that I have under contract but no idea of their condition and repo assessments.

I think that's a great niche business plan.The trick would be to create marketing material and get it circulated to the big companies local to the property (ie: tenant needs to be able to commute).

As long as you stay consistent on this site and create more and more relationships you'll learn more than you ever thought you would!

Many investors that I work with are just starting off so they are looking to create that team of people whom they may rely on for help.