I know I am still always learning, your best bet is keep going, keep observing, see who buys what, who buys where, what prices do they pay in what conditions, see if you can see who got a good deal and a bad deal, little by little you will get more comfortable and familiar - but it takes time and patience, I remember in the beginning I would get REALLY frustrated.

I bet they aren't too concerned with who they place in your units. more turnover=more $$ in their pocket.

", etc...Here's your immediate plan (I bet you thought I was just going to shoot this "plan" down didn't you?   

Long and Foster or Taylor Mueller will probably be your best bet. 

Do you think opening up an LLC is my best bet for obtaining a business line of credit?

Your best bet is to ask a local expert to assess on a case by case basis!

I look forward to building relationships with newbies and veterans alike as I embark on this new and exciting journey!

Thinking best bet is to either wait on close of 2/1 and negotiate a few less for ground floor or wait on appraisal to come back for my refi.Aside from the purchase price, I am trying to make a check list of items we need to address financially so neither of us are getting an unfair deal.

Never bet against the US economy, at least in the long term. 

@Terry Moran  Your best bet would be to partner with someone, either someone with cash / credit or both.