I also prefer the up/down sconce style lights...

The function of the LLC is to limit your liability exposure, and in this regard it will ABSOLUTELY offer you a benefit (though there are other ways to achieve the same goal, such as additional insurance, etc). 

To start definitely check out these podcasts:BPhttp://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/p...Buy Sell Fix Fliphttp://buysellfixflip.com/podcasts/If not solely for options into the possibilities of what you can achieve in the real estate world while simultaneously maintaining a day job.Also, you stated that you haven't really taken any action... yet.

Just ask them what they are hoping to achieve.

It just depends on what criteria you're looking to achieve.

I think that is hard to do but they are over achievers.  

Once you have defined your goals, then determine the steps you need to achieve them.

But doing so ensures a short life in the passive investment business as those projections are ultimately not achieved. 

Make the site easy to connect and stay engaged.I am looking on my android Samsung phone now and seeing the the old style to do a split comparison.Hands down the text, size of member picture, colors used just seems warmer and easier to read.

that is not common for commercial notes... seems to be the FED GOV type of loan, a residential style loan.