I can speak for myself that I got a degree in financial planning then found out I absolutely hated sales.  

You need to speak to a lender that does not work at a big bank, I would start with this list-https://www.tdhca.state.tx.us/homeownership/fthb/fthb-lenders.htm

People think that using Legal Zoom or other online cheap resources is best but I've seen first hand the problems that arise and the cost then far exceeds what you'd pay to speak with an attorney first.Also, you spoke about wanting to crowdfund - without knowing more of exactly what you want to do - be very very careful in that area.  

As he would be a great person to speak to.

All,Can anyone recommend or refer someone whom I can speak with that can assist with off-market commercial property in D.C.?

All,Can anyone assist or refer someone whom I can speak with that I can speak with about off-market commercial property in D.C.?

My brother does speak some spanish.  

With that said, generally speaking, if you call yourself a business and are doing business, you need a license. 

With that said, I would speak to a local attorney and get guidance on the best course of action.

I put an end to that when 1 woman who complains at least once a week emailed me to ask that I tell the tenants next door to her to pick up the pumpkin that fell off the railing because it was blocking her and her husband from parking their two cars in a 1 car spot.I told her it would be quicker if she just went next door herself and KINDLY asked them to pick up the pumpkin and reminded her she wasn't entitled to having two cars in a spot (one behind the other) when it's technically one space