Take advantage of it.

Not sure of the advantages of buying under the LLC will be when you can most likely get a more favorable loan product and lower interest rate with a personal mortgage rather than what will be a commercial loan under the LLC.I'd suggest picking up a househack 2-4 unit property; you all can live in 1 unit and rent out the remaining.

Pretty sure she got some of that gov't assistance that businesses got and she was just taking advantage of the fact that landlords couldn't evict during that time. 

Use debt to your advantage.

A relative is more likely to try to take advantage of you than a stranger, because of the personal relationship.

This was a bank REO i thought I could take advantage of.

This was a bank REO i thought I could take advantage of.

I am evaluating the best methods to invest in syndications, wondering if there are any tips / pointers.A single member LLC, a Solo 401k (tax advantages) or any other type of investment entity and pros/cons? 

If you call a local or regional bank, set up an appointment to speak with a loan officer and they will be happy to explain the advantages of either.

Living in a pricey market also has its advantages -- you may have a greater tenant pool, higher rent increases, etc.