I know the barrier to entry involves some education (80 hour online training and online exam) plus some in-person field training with a licensed inspector.

I also previously lived in Milwaukee and Indianapolis so would love to chat further about this!

Can anyone suggest a home inspector in the Las Vegas area for a 4plex unit for a newbie to that area. 

After that depends- Popcorn ceiling - I've had inspectors say as long as it's encapsulated (ie painted), you're OK.  

Where as I know there are some other lenders who require an appraisal to determine ARV, and they require an inspector to go out and inspect the property for progress before they release funds which can be a major time hindrance.Check with other investors to see which lender they use and what kind of experience they have had with them. 

Realtors and even home inspectors don't have the same perspective as an investor who has had to pay the bills on rentals before.3.

Since then I have been talking to insurance agencies, finance, code inspectors, and researching taxes more carefully. 

Get the building inspector out to look at it.

You just don't mess around with fair housing.3) Insurance Broker - You need a good one who is also experienced in RE investing.4) Home Inspector - Most licensed home inspectors can inspect a home regardless of whether it is an investment property or residential property.  

When he tells me those items are done, I send an inspector who will use that list to inspect.