re: $1500-2000 M4 build/prebuilt rifle recommendations?

I appreciate the advice, but I thought one of the major benefits of a trust was that it made that process so much easier. Like you don't need your Chief of Police authorization, no fingerprints, and background check (I think, maybe?) and the process is just really streamlined?

With a trust does it still take like 3-6 months to acquire an SBR?

Again, thanks for the help. I'll check out DD in further detail.

One more question. Any preference on optics? I'm considering two combos: either the ACOG with the deltapoint on top, or the EOTech with a flip up 3x magnifier. I'm kind of leaning toward the latter since I'd assume any potential engagement would be close range where the EOTech would potentially edge out the ACOG, but the flip up magnifier gives you an option for range if you need it. Thoughts?