The general rule is that an individual is an independent contractor if the payer has the right to control or direct only the result of the work and not what will be done and how it will be done.Since I'll be investing remotely I'll be requiring someone to help me out in the "bird dog" activity of finding properties through driving for dollars.

This is common of all the "pop up" tax preparation companies.There are also other classification of qualified individuals who prepare taxes.

There is a big difference from a title company holding earnest money funds in a secured account vs an individual person holding those funds. 

My confidence grew exponentially once I started being around like minded individuals. 2.

We have already been in touch with numerous real estate agents and are going to be able to find a house within this price range.

It would be really cool to connect with other individuals in and around my area as well! 

Freddie/Fannie guidelines prohibit lending to entities (the borrower must be an individual) and you will get the best terms with conventional financing.

I have a practice as a Financial Advisor (individual financial planning), and I am a commissioned military officer.

I was looking to expand my network with like minded individuals.

I want to be around and have access to individuals who are doing what I want to do… large multi family.